Kidnapping of Emily Damari

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Emily Damari (born 1997) is a British-Israeli former hostage held by Hamas for over 15 months following her abduction during the 7 October attacks on southern Israel. Her captivity and eventual release under a ceasefire deal received extensive international media coverage and became a focal point for advocacy and public campaigns in both the UK and Israel. Her mother, Mandy Damari, led a widely publicized campaign for her release, drawing attention from the British prime minister, sports fans, and the broader public. Damari's ordeal, including the loss of two fingers during the attack and her resilience in captivity, made her a symbol of defiance and survival. Her injured hand gesture became iconic in Israel, appearing on posters, t-shirts, and memes. Following her release, she spoke at public events and rallies for the hostages still in captivity. Damari described her efforts to hide her sexual orientation from her captors. Her case inspired solidarity actions, such as football fans at...

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