Israeli Hostage Amit Soussana Recounts Sexual Assault and Torture by Hamas Captors
Amit Soussana, a released hostage of Hamas, gave a harrowing account of the sexual violence and physical abuse she endured during her 54-day captivity in the Gaza Strip. She described being forced to commit sexual acts at gunpoint by her captors, and her testimony marks the first direct account of sexual atrocities committed by Hamas. Her account has been met with denial and skepticism from Hamas, but it has also sparked international outrage and calls for the immediate release of all hostages held by the group.