Eli Sharabi, a survivor of captivity, recounted his harrowing experience in an interview following nationwide protests for the release of hostages. He described deliberate starvation by his captors, who ate multiple meals a day while hostages received only a single bowl of pasta. Sharabi observed that much of the humanitarian aid sent to Gaza was consumed by the captors, leaving hostages with little hope for relief. He expressed deep gratitude for the public demonstrations and support shown by the people, which moved him after his release from months of isolation.