Dual US-Israeli citizen Itay Chen, who was thought to have been held hostage in Gaza, was killed October 7, IDF announces | CNN
US-Israeli citizen held hostage in Gaza during Hamas attacks killed.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
A dual US-Israeli citizen named Itay Chen, who was believed to have been held hostage in Gaza, was killed during the Hamas attacks on Israel. Chen, 19, was serving on the Gaza border and is one of six US citizens thought to have been held alive in Gaza. His remains were taken into Gaza after his death, with Israel considering people hostages even after death until their remains are returned. President Joe Biden expressed condolences to Chen’s family. The situation highlights ongoing tensions in the region, with casualties on both sides and ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages.