"Unfortunately her mother is in a very difficult condition. They met, but it was very difficult," stated Noa's father, Yaakov. Noa then released a video the weekend after her return during which she stated "As an only child to my parents - and a daughter to a mother with a terminal illness - my biggest worry in captivity was for my parents. It's a great privilege to be here after 246 days in Hamas captivity. It's a great privilege to be by my mother's side after 8 months of uncertainty. It's a great privilege to see my parents, surrounded by so many good people."

She continued: "I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone that there are still 120 hostages in Hamas captivity. Among them is Avinatan Or, my partner, from whom I was separated at the moment of abduction."