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Israel war updates: Special forces mission frees soldier kidnapped by Hamas, IDF takes 'powerful steps' in Gaza

The operation to free Private Ori Megidish involved special forces and 'dedicated intelligence'; Israel advances amid 'powerful steps' in Gaza. 

Yoni Bashan and tom crystal
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5:12AMOctober 31, 2023.
Updated 10:29PMOctober 31, 2023
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Private Ori Megidish, a soldier who was abducted by Hamas militants during the October 7 attack, is reunited with her family after being held hostage by Hamas. Picture: Supplied
Private Ori Megidish, a soldier who was abducted by Hamas militants during the October 7 attack, is reunited with her family after being held hostage by Hamas. Picture: Supplied

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