The family of Sergeant Itay Chen, an armored combat soldier who fell in battle on October 7th and was kidnapped to Gaza, received an alert from the Pazam App.

"Itay Chen is being released today – have you congratulated him yet?"

The alert was first reported on X by Bar Shem-Or.

The Pazam App commented: "Over the years, we have received requests from bereaved families who asked us to continue counting the days of IDF service for their loved ones, in addition to other requests to stop the counting. We consider it of utmost importance to respect the wishes of the families and relatives, and respond sensitively to their requests. It is not our responsibility to make any decisions or change anything – this is solely up to the families. In these difficult and complex days, our hearts are with the families of the hostages. We send our prayers for their speedy and safe return."