Israeli-French hostage Miya Shem, who was held captive by Hamas terrorists in Gaza for 55 days, has finally been released and has since shared harrowing details about her traumatic experience. Shem, a 21-year-old tattoo artist, was kidnapped from a music festival in southern Israel on October 7 and was among the many revelers captured by Hamas.
In her first interview since her release, Shem revealed the severity of her ordeal, stating “I went through the Holocaust. Everyone there is a terrorist.” She also questioned the circumstances of her captivity, especially the presence of children and a wife in the household where she was held.
During her time in captivity, Shem was held by a civilian family connected to the terrorist organization, and she described her experience as being “like an animal in a zoo.” She also shared that she was left choking on tears as a vet operated on her arm while she was held against her will in Gaza for more than two months.
Shem’s interview with Channel 13 contradicted the video published by Hamas in which she was forced to praise the militants for their “kindness” before her release. According to Shem and other hostages, they were kept underground and deprived of basic necessities including food, water, and medicine.
The interview with Shem has garnered extensive coverage on news channels around the world, with many outlets highlighting her bravery in sharing her experiences. Shem’s story sheds light on the harsh reality of life in Gaza and the traumatic experience endured by those held captive by terrorist organizations.
Following her release, Shem has been able to return home and is now speaking out about her time in captivity in an effort to raise awareness about the true situation of the people living in Gaza and the atrocities she endured during her 55-day ordeal.