Released Israeli hostage says he was sexually assaulted in Gaza captivity

Published: 11/7/2025
Released Israeli hostage says he was sexually assaulted in Gaza captivity
Israeli hostage Rom Braslavski has revealed being sexually assaulted during his 2-year captivity in Gaza, the first male hostage to make such allegations publicly. Braslavski was among the last 20 hostages released in a US-brokered ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. His harrowing account includes being stripped, tied up, punched, whipped, and inhumane treatment by his captors. Israeli President Isaac Herzog commended Braslavski's bravery in sharing his ordeal, shedding light on the atrocities endured in captivity.