‘I wake up with nightmares’: Ex-hostage who dug his own grave describes cruelty of Hamas captivity
- Posted on August 26, 2026
- By CNN
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In brief
Evyatar David, a survivor of Hamas captivity, shares his harrowing testimony about years of imprisonment and psychological trauma. The former hostage recounts the horrific conditions he endured, including being forced to dig his own grave, and reveals how music became a vital therapeutic tool during his recovery. His powerful account aims to preserve global awareness of hostage experiences and the humanitarian cost of conflict.
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‘I wake up with nightmares’: Ex-hostage who dug his own grave describes cruelty of Hamas captivity
Evyatar David tells CNN about his years in captivity, how music has helped him through difficult times after his release, and his determination to ensure the world remembers what happened.
