Bibas Family Issues Statement Amid Uncertainty Over Hostages’ Fate

ISRAEL (VINnews)-The Bibas family, whose members were abducted during the violent Hamas massacre on October 7th, has issued a statement emphasizing their continued uncertainty regarding the fate of their loved ones. Despite a list forwarded by Hamas to Israel in recent developments, the family clarified that they do not view it as confirmation of their relatives’ safety.

“The list that was recently forwarded by Hamas to Israel is not a list of names and does not change our standpoint. Even a list of names, an announcement by Hamas, or any video is not considered certainty for us,” the family stated.

Shiri Bibas, along with her children Yarden, Ariel, and Kfir, was seen in a harrowing video released by Hamas, showing their abduction. Since then, the Bibas family has been gripped by fear and uncertainty.

“Since October 7th, when the video of the cruel abduction was published, we have been living in fear and anxiety for their fate every minute of every day,” the statement reads.

The Bibas family appealed to the public to avoid spreading unconfirmed rumors or speculations that could further disturb their fragile state of mind. “We ask you to respect Shiri, Yarden, Ariel, and Kfir, as well as the entire family, and refrain from spreading rumors or speculations that unsettle us.”

They also reiterated their stance that until absolute confirmation of the hostages’ status is received, they will continue to hold on to hope.

“Until there is certainty, this is not the end for us. That has been our approach until now, and it will remain so. We continue to hope. We are waiting for them, and for all the other hostages, to return home,” they concluded.