Thomas Hand: 'Until I see Emily’s blue eyes looking into my own, I won’t allow myself to believe anything'

Thomas Hand: 'Emily's mental and physical health is a constant question mark, and even if we get her back tomorrow, we’ll be dealing with the damage that has been done for the rest of our lives.' Picture: Norma Burke/PA Wire

The father of Gaza hostage Emily Hand has said he fears she might not be released during the current ceasefire.

Writing in a UK newspaper about the news that his nine-year-old daughter could be in the first tranche of hostages released as part of a ceasefire, Thomas Hand said he is concerned for her mental health.