'Like giving birth': Hostage Romi Gonen's father expresses overwhelming gratitude and relief as news breaks of his daughter's imminent return from captivity in Gaza. Romi, 24, was abducted by Hamas during the devastating October 7, 2023, attack on the Nova Music Festival and has been held for over 14 months. Her release comes as part of a broader hostage-ceasefire deal that has gripped the nation. Romi's family reflects on the long, agonizing wait and the anticipation surrounding her return, which is a reminder of the events that occurred on October 7, 2023.