Matan in Hamas captivity | Photo: Screenshot from Hamas video<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nTsangauker shared that since Edan’s return, she has been closely following the airstrikes in Gaza and feeling deep anxiety:
“Since Edan’s return, I see the bombings in the Gaza Strip and can’t sleep; I am terrified for my child’s life,”<\/strong> she said.<\/p>\nIn the past, following testimonies from hostages who returned from captivity, it was revealed that Edan Alexander and Matan Tsangauker were held together in Hamas tunnels. This week, with Edan’s return home, Einav received a sign of life from her son.<\/p>\n
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