$1.3 million in 24 hours: Thousands contribute to released hostages funding campaign

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A rehabilitation fund for Arbel Yehoud and Ariel Cunio reached its target in a crowdfunding campaign launched following the couple's Friday interview with Channel 12 News. Organizers have since increased the goal to about $1.6 million

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Released hostages Ariel Cunio and Arbel Yehoud reached their 4 million shekel fundraising goal (about $1.3 million) in less than 24 hours. The crowdfunding campaign followed an interview with the couple that aired on Friday.