Irish girl, 8, feared dead in Hamas attack could still be alive, family told
The IndependentGet the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The daughter of an Irish national believed to have been killed in the Hamas attacks of 7 October reportedly could be still alive and being held hostage. Israeli media reported on Sunday that the family has been informed Emily may be alive and being held hostage in Gaza. Natalie Hand reportedly told Channel 12 in Israel the family was initially informed that Emily had been murdered. We love you so much and miss you.” In a statement, Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs said: “The Department of Foreign Affairs is aware of the case of Emily Hand and is providing consular assistance to her family.