Former Hamas Captive Elkana Buchbut and Wife Welcome Baby Daughter
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Elkana Buchbut, freed after 738 days in Hamas captivity, and his wife Rivka have had a daughter, marking a hopeful new chapter for their family in Israel.
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- Elkana Buchbut was held captive by Hamas for 738 days before his release in October 2025.
- Buchbut and his wife Rivka welcomed a baby daughter, sister to their son Ram.
- The couple announced Rivka's pregnancy in April 2026.
- Buchbut shared a Psalm expressing gratitude for the birth.
- The family endured a difficult period during his captivity, with Rivka and Ruhama leading efforts for his release.
- The birth symbolizes a new beginning after nearly two years of hardship.
Elkana Buchbut, who was held captive by Hamas for 738 days before his release last October, and his wife Rivka have welcomed a baby daughter. The newborn is a younger sister to their first son, Ram. Buchbut shared a Psalm of thanksgiving expressing joy and gratitude for the birth. The couple announced Rivka's pregnancy in April, with Rivka reflecting on their enduring love and the challenges they have overcome since Elkana's captivity. Buchbut's release followed a difficult period for the family, who fought tirelessly for his freedom, led by Rivka and his mother, Ruhama. The birth marks a hopeful new chapter for the family after nearly two years of hardship.
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