Brother of Hamas Hostage Calls for Support During Toronto Visit

Michael Levy travels across countries with his nephew’s teddy bear, striving for the safe return of the boy’s father

The teddy bear belonging to Almog Levy, a 2-year-old Israeli boy whose father, Or Levy, has been held hostage by the terrorist group Hamas following a surprise attack on the country on Oct. 7, 2023. Mr. Levy's older brother, Michael Levy, has travelled around the world with the teddy bear, rallying support to free his brother. Andrew Chen/The Epoch Times

TORONTO—In his quest to free his brother from Hamas captivity, Israeli Michael Levy has travelled across countries, carrying his nephew’s teddy bear. His hope is that the boy’s father can personally return it to his son.

Mr. Levy’s mission brought him to Canada Christian College in Whitby, Ont., on Jan. 29. Addressing students, he shared the challenges his family has faced over the past several months. Amid prayers for the safety of his brother, Or Levy, he’s also mourning the loss of his sister-in-law, Eynav Levy.