The brothers Ariel and David Cunio regained their freedom after more than two years of captivity in Gaza. “The recovery is going to be slow, but I think everything is fine,” he said.
The Islamist movement Hamas released the three Argentines he had held hostage since October 7, 2023, among them the brothers Ariel and David Cunio. His mother, Silvia Cuniocelebrated the news from Israel and expressed his relief: “The recovery is going to be slow, but I think everything is fine.”
The woman, who spent more than two years waiting for news of her children, was excited and assured that ““He never lost hope.”
In conversation with C5N In Israel, he stated: “I was always optimistic, until the last moment. That gave me the strength to move forward and I gave all the strength in the world to them.”
Asked about the future of the family, Cunio highlighted: “Continue being together, as always. We are a very united family.” He also thanked them for the support they received during the months of uncertainty: “Thank you very much to everyone who helped us with their prayers, hugs and everything.”
The mother of the released brothers took advantage of the interview to acknowledge the support of the president Javier Milei and of national government in the mediation process: “They gave us impetus all the time. They helped us a lot. The only thing left is the claim so that all those who are missing can return home and have a proper burial.”
Finally, when asked about the conflict between Hamas and IsraelCunio was cautious but hopeful: “Not yet. It is my hope, my dream, that there is peace in the world.”
“Free”: the Government celebrated the release of the Argentine hostages
The Government of Javier Milei celebrated the release of the Argentine hostages, Eitan Horn, Ariel Cunio and David Cuniowho had been held captive by Hamas since October 7, 2023 and were released as part of the peace agreement signed with Israel.
Through a post on the X account of the Office of the President of the Argentine Republic (OPRA)wrote: “Eitan Horn, Ariel Cunio and David Cunio are FREE.”
“His strength It is a testament to the power of the human spirit and reminds us that freedom cannot be taken for granted,” the post concluded.
Source: Ambito
