Thousands of lives were forever altered and upended when Hamas terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, butchering more than 1,200 people and kidnapping 251 others.
Those hostages whom Hamas abducted and dragged to Gaza as human shields and bargaining chips quickly became a rallying cry.
Israelis and supporters of Israel around the world plastered their images on posters so no one could forget their names and faces.
Now, a year since the war in Gaza began, 97 hostages are still being held by Hamas.
Sixty-four hostages are still believed to be alive; 33 are confirmed to be dead — and their remains held by the terrorists.
Those in captivity include parents and grandparents, sons and daughters, teachers, farmers, students, young soldiers and even those who advocated for peace between Israelis and Palestinians.