First Lady meets former Oct 7 hostages

(The Center Square) – American citizen and Chapel Hill, N.C. native, Keith Siegel and his wife Aviva focused their meeting with First Lady Melania Trump on hope and a mission to give back following their harrowing ordeals, highlighting an unbreakable bond and hopeful spirit. The Siegels were among more than 250 hostages taken in Gaza by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023. Keith was held captive by the terror organization for 451 days, Aviva 51. In the Blue Room of the White House, they explained how the first lady had forged a relationship with Aviva prior to Keith's release. And the role of second-term Republican President Donald Trump in securing the release of Keith shortly after taking office. Keith, marking a year of freedom on Sunday, told reporters gathered he has committed himself to partnering with Israel and an Israeli humanitarian organization “to help restore hope for others.” He added that giving back is a vital part of his “recovery and rehabilitation.” He and Aviva recently went to K