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In reply to the discussion: Released Hostage Mia Schem has something to say. [View all]LeftInTX
(34,931 posts)They crudely amputated Noa's foot, so she wouldn't escape, then killed her.
Not one hostage got a shower or clean clothes until it was time for their release. Some were in cold dark tunnels for two months.
Their treatment varied. Some had mean captors who would not let them talk with other captives. The little American girl got lucky because another hostage was one of her school teachers. She did well. However, most ended up with sensory depravation. They aren't allowed to watch TV. Can't read. They sit there all day. They are told to sleep during the day and stay awake at night. Any medical care is crude. One 85 yo man died of natural causes, likely due to stress and lack of meds etc. Hamas made a video of him dying. (death rales and all) Hamas stated he died of a panic attack from hearing Israeli bombs. (BS)
The little Irish girl did not know how to smile and all she could do was whisper when she was released.
One women was returned in critical condition from a chronic heart condition. She hadn't received her meds. Most hostages that needed meds did not receive them or they received an inappropriate substitution.
Hamas refused to contact the ICRC to obtain the meds for the hostages. This was a violation of international law.