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Thousands of Israelis welcomed freed hostage Omer Wenkert at his home in Gedera upon his release from the hospital, after spending over a year and a half in Gaza.
WATCH: Released hostage Omer Wenkert returns home following hospital discharge
Former hostage Omer Wenkert returns to his home in Gedera, March 4, 2025. (Photo by Jonathan Shaul/Flash90)
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