Omer Shem Tov, an Israeli hostage held for 505 days by Hamas, described his harrowing experience to CNN, stating he was intentionally starved, being fed merely one biscuit and salty water daily, losing over 50 pounds. However, he noted a significant change in treatment following Donald Trump's election, which he attributed to Hamas's fear of Trump's approach to negotiations. Shem Tov claimed that after Trump's victory, his captors provided him with more food and better treatment, suggesting they anticipated potential deals for hostages, highlighting a political dynamic even in captivity.
For the majority of his 505 days in captivity, Omer Shem Tov survived on one biscuit and salty water a day. He lost over 50lbs.
They wanted Kamala to be elected; but as soon as Donald Trump was elected, they understood that he wants to bring the hostages back home.
As soon as Donald Trump was elected, the way they treated us changed for me, personally. This is what I felt.
They were very scared of him. They wanted Kamala to be chosen.
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