Matan Zangauker
Matan Zangauker is an Israeli soldier currently held hostage by Hamas in Gaza. His situation has drawn significant media attention, particularly through the advocacy of his mother, Einav Zangauker, who has publicly demanded action for his release and the welfare of all captives.
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Matan Zangauker was released after being held hostage by Hamas for over two years.
Geiselangehörige in Israel wollen in die Politik
Switzerland· 2026-02-11
Matan Zangauker was held hostage by Hamas for two years before being released.
Sprecherin der Geiselfamilien will in die PolitikSwitzerland· 2026-01-30
Matan Zangauker was among the 20 living hostages returned last week.
Israel says Gaza’s crucial Rafah crossing will stay closed until further notice
Canada· 2025-10-18
Matan Zangauker is one of the names of the released hostages.
aislamiento extremo, hambre, torturas y manipulación psicológica
Uruguay· 2025-10-15
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call, telling him that the war is over and that he is on his way back home.
Life slowly resumes for Palestinians following Gaza ceasefire deal
United States· 2025-10-14
Matan Zangauker was kidnapped two years ago and had his first conversation with his mother since then during a video call.
'Evyatar, você é um rei!'
Brazil· 2025-10-14Freed hostage Matan Zangauker reunited with his mother after spending 738 days in Hamas captivity.
Tears, hugs and kisses: Emotional reunions mark return of Israeli hostages, Palestinian prisoners; crowds gather at both sides of Gaza
India· 2025-10-14
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Trump’s very long handshake with MacronUnited States· 2025-10-14
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Meet the unofficial ‘mayor’ of Skid RowUnited States· 2025-10-14
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Madagascar president flees after Gen Z protestsUnited States· 2025-10-14
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Questions over next steps for Trump’s Gaza planUnited States· 2025-10-14
Matan Zangauker was kidnapped from his home and was released as part of the hostage agreement.
El hijo que volvió de los túneles: la historia de Eitan Horn
Panama· 2025-10-14
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
LendingTree CEO dies in ATV accidentUnited States· 2025-10-14
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
See Palestinians released from Israeli prisons embrace their familiesUnited States· 2025-10-14Matan Zangauker is the son of Einav Zangauker, who embraced him in a hospital after the war.
“Tenemos paz en Oriente Medio”, proclama Trump en la cumbre sobre Gaza en Egipto - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-10-14
Matan was one of the 20 living hostages remaining in Gaza after being kidnapped during the attacks led by Hamas on October 7, 2023, and was released after two years of captivity.
El emotivo reencuentro de los rehenes israelíes con sus familias
Venezuela· 2025-10-14
Matan Zangauker was reunited with his mother Einav Zangauker after 738 days in captivity.
Här återförenas gisslan med sina familjer i Israel
Sweden· 2025-10-14
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Nobel Prize winner didn’t have service for hours when he wonUnited States· 2025-10-13The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Obama criticizes Trump policies in new podcast interviewUnited States· 2025-10-13
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Video: Southwest US floods after two months’ worth of rain falls in just 24 hoursUnited States· 2025-10-13The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Video: Trump and regional leaders sign Gaza ceasefire dealUnited States· 2025-10-13Matan Zangauker is one of the four living hostages set to be released.
As Israel celebrates the hostages’ homecoming, Trump basks in the spotlightUnited States· 2025-10-13
Matan Zangauker lived in Nir Oz and was kidnapped along with his girlfriend, Ilana Gritzewsky.
Uno por uno, los 20 rehenes liberados en Gaza
Argentina· 2025-10-13
Matan Zangauker is one of the Israeli hostages who had a video call with his family before being released.
Hamas'tan rehinelere izin! Serbest kalmadan önce aileleri ile görüştüler... 'Artık savaş yok'
Turkey· 2025-10-13
Matan was one of 20 living hostages remaining in Gaza after being taken during the Hamas-led attacks of 7 October 2023, who were freed on Monday after two years in captivity.
Gaza hostages reunite with families after two years
United Kingdom· 2025-10-13
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Helicopters transport Israeli hostages to hospitalUnited States· 2025-10-13The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Trump: ‘The world is loving Israel again’United States· 2025-10-13The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Hostages fly over Hostages Square on way to hospitalUnited States· 2025-10-13The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Two Knesset members removed during Trump’s speechUnited States· 2025-10-13The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker can be seen speaking with her son in a video call.
Palestinian prisoners released from Israeli jailsUnited States· 2025-10-13