Family of Gaza hostage Romi Gonen mark her 24th birthday at Peres Center

Guests were advised to wear leopard print or yellow attire to honor Romi's vibrant spirit.

Relatives mark hostage Romi Gonen's 24th birthday at the Peres Center for Peace in Jaffa. August 18, 2024. (photo credit: Dana Reany)
Relatives mark hostage Romi Gonen's 24th birthday at the Peres Center for Peace in Jaffa. August 18, 2024.
(photo credit: Dana Reany)

The family and friends of Gaza hostage Romi Gonen celebrated Gonen's 24th birthday at the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation on Sunday, Israeli media reported. 

Marking Gonen's birthday

Guests were advised to wear leopard print or yellow attire to honor Gonen's vibrant spirit.

Marking hostage Romi Gonen's 24th birthday at the Peres Center for Peace in Jaffa. August 18, 2024. (credit: YAEL GADOT)
Marking hostage Romi Gonen's 24th birthday at the Peres Center for Peace in Jaffa. August 18, 2024. (credit: YAEL GADOT)

The event included birthday celebration activities, sign-making station for hostages, Romi's favorite cocktail bar, musical entertainment,a flower arranging station, Romi's signature dance lesson, and a performance by Raviv Kaner.

During the event, Gonen's relatives blew out birthday candles in a call for Gonen's return.