WATCH | 9 year old sees his father first time after being held hostage in Gaza

Ohad Monder, 9 year old, reunited with his father and brother at Schneider Children’s Hospital in Israel on Friday after 49 days in captivity by Hamas terrorists.

In an emotional video, Monder, accompanied by his mother and grandmother rounds a corner to find his father at the end of the hallway, arms open for a heartwarming embrace. He then rushed happily towards his father, who swiftly lifted him off the ground in a heartwarming reunion after weeks of separation.

His elder brother affectionately patted his head as their father held him in the air. Spotting their mother, Keren Monder, he hurried over for a heartfelt embrace. His brother stated that the family is  "not celebrating" because there are "still other hostages in captivity".

The fourth-grader from Kfar Saba, central Israel was abducted with his mother and grandparents while visiting their kibbutz, Nir Oz, along the Gaza border during a holiday.

Ohad's cherished uncle lost his life in the attack. Subsequently, the boy along with his mother and grandparents went missing with the only lead being a cellphone signal traced to Gaza.

He shall be celebrating his 9th birthday on Monday. The Israeli ambassador to the United States, Michael Herzog, launched an international social media campaign calling on people to send him virtual birthday cards.

Ohad's adored Israeli soccer team and notable athletes sent recorded birthday wishes, expressing hopes for his safe return. In his hometown of Kfar Saba, yellow balloons with messages acknowledging his birthday in captivity adorned the area, accompanied by various local initiatives.