Naama Shalev

Naama Shalev is a 49-year-old Israeli woman who attended a public gathering in Tel Aviv to witness the emotional release of hostages held by Hamas. She held a sign with the name and photo of Avera Mengistu, one of the released captives, who has spent nearly a decade in captivity after crossing into Gaza in 2014. Shalev's presence at the event highlights the deep emotional connection and collective grief experienced by families of the captives, as well as the broader Israeli community's hope for the safe return of all hostages.