The Jewish community in Indianapolis gathered at the Jewish Community Center to mark the return of Israeli hostages and the Gaza ceasefire.
The event, attended by several hundred people, including community leaders and state lawmakers, featured music, prayer, poems, and speakers.
After a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, Hamas handed over 20 living hostages, and Israel released over 1,700 Palestinian prisoners.
The exchange of remains of deceased captives is currently underway.
Author's summary: Indianapolis Jewish community reflects on Israel-Hamas conflict.