The press conference was held following the publication of the IDF's assessment that the two captives are still alive. lan Mengistu, the brother of Avera, said at the press conference: "A person with special needs is being held as a hostage. Hisham al-Sayed's father said at the press conference: "My son is mentally ill and crossed the border by accident. and I appeal to the Palestinian people in Gaza and elsewhere that Hamas acts does not act in our interests. After the press conference, an interfaith prayer service will be held, led by the Kes (Ethiopian religious leader) and Imam of the prisoners.

Source: Ethiopian News September 06, 2018 13:07 UTC