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Hamas hostage survivor Jimmy Pacheco out of hospital
Filipino national Gelienor "Jimmy" Pacheco, a caregiver held hostage by Hamas, has been released and is under the care of the Philippine Embassy in Israel.
He was discharged from Shamir Medical Center on November 26, two days after his release by Hamas, and is currently recuperating in a hotel.
Pacheco lost 11 kilos during his 49 days in captivity, and while physically well, he is experiencing emotional trauma and stress.
Philippine Ambassador to Israel, Pedro "Junie" Laylo, met with Pacheco, who was taken hostage from Kibbutz Nir Oz in southern Israel.
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte expressed joy over his release.
The Israeli government is processing his benefits as a victim of terrorism, and the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is arranging his repatriation, with a likely return date around December 15.
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