Biden chats with US hostages freed by Hamas in video: ‘Glad you’re out’

The White House posted a brief clip of President Biden’s phone call with two newly freed American hostages Saturday morning to celebrate their release from Gaza — and to highlight ongoing US diplomatic efforts ahead of a looming Israeli invasion. “Hey Judith,” Biden greeted Judith Raanan, 59, who was abducted with her 17-year-old daughter Natalie when Hamas stormed Kibbutz Nahal Oz on Oct. 7. The women, of Evanston, Ill., were visiting family for the Jewish holidays. “I’m so glad you’re home – or, not home, but glad you’re out,” Biden told mother and daughter on the Friday call, according to the video shared on X. “Hey, Nat, how are you? God love ya,” Biden said. “I’m just delighted we were able to get you out, we’ve been working on it a long time.” Read more at https://nypost.com/2023/10/21/biden-chats-with-us-hostages-freed-by-hamas-in-video-glad-youre-out/ #joebiden #israel #hamas #palestine The New York Post is your source for breaking news, news about New York, sports, business, entertainment, opinion, real estate, culture, fashion, and more. Subscribe to New York Post Sports: https://www.youtube.com/c/nypostsports Catch the latest news here: https://nypost.com/ Follow The New York Post on: Twitter - https://twitter.com/nypost Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NYPost