Kibbutz Nir Oz

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Supporting the rebirth of Kibbutz Nir Oz: A year of healing and solidarity

eJewishPhilanthropy · 31 Oct

On the one-year anniversary of a devastating Hamas attack, the survivors of Kibbutz Nir Oz, near the Gaza border, continue the arduous task of rebuilding.

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Canadian families are welcoming displaced Israelis into their homes, thanks to a new grassroots initiative

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 30 Oct

The CJN Daily highlights a grassroots program, Hug for Hope, which pairs displaced Israeli families with host families in North America for respite from trauma experienced during the Hamas attacks.

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A Charming Children’s Book Emerges From the Devastation of October 7

Frances Brent in Moment · 23 Oct

"Yarena," a poignant children's book by Chaim Peri, intertwines simplicity and beauty with deep emotional undertones given the author's tragic fate.

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‘I mark Oct. 7 every day’

Melissa Weiss in Jewish Insider · 7 Oct

The article delves into the devastating impact that Hamas attacks have had on the residents of Israeli kibbutzim like Nir Oz and Kfar Aza.

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At the kibbutz hit hardest on Oct. 7, a wrenching debate over how to rebuild

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 4 Oct

Following the devastating attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz by Hamas on October 7, the community is deeply divided on how to proceed.

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Efrat Machikawa and Boaz Atzili on the Hostage Families Movement

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 13 Sep

Efrat Machikawa and Boaz Atzili are deeply involved in the Hostage Families Movement following traumatic experiences linked to the recent abductions and violence in Israel.

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Efrat Machikawa and Boaz Atzili on the Hostage Families Movement

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 3 Sep

In a recent Zoom call, Efrat Machikawa and Boaz Atzili shared their personal experiences and insights into the hostage crisis involving Israeli citizens.

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Awaiting the Return of the Hostages

Israel Policy Pod · 21 Aug

Tel Aviv-based journalist Neri Zilber hosts Israeli families of hostages seized by Hamas in Gaza, recounting harrowing experiences of the Roman and Dekel-Chen families from Kibbutz Beeri and Nir Oz on Black Saturday.

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Awaiting the Return of the Hostages

Israel Policy Pod · 21 Aug

Families of Israeli hostages discuss their experiences and the harrowing aftermath of the Hamas hostage crisis that began on October 7.

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'Israel's government has a distorted view of victory. This war is more like a crusade for them'

Haaretz Weekly · 2 Jun

Professor Jonathan Dekel-Chen discusses the Israeli government's inadequate response to the hostage crisis created by Hamas, emphasizing a distorted perception of victory driven by radical political elements.

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GIVE ME BACK MY SON | Hostage Father's Urgent Plea

Israel: State of a Nation · 29 May

A father makes an urgent plea for the release of his son and other hostages taken during a terrorist invasion at Kibbutz Nir Oz, challenging the Israeli government and world leaders to bring them back to safety in a brutally honest conversation.

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Ritchie Torres’ pro-Israel activism sparks controversy in DC — and within his own family. In Israel, he’s a star.

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 9 Apr

Ritchie Torres, a congressman from the Bronx, has sparked controversy for his staunch pro-Israel stance amidst growing criticism of Israel's actions.

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Ester Cunio, 90, says talking about Messi saved her on Oct. 7. Now she wants the soccer star to help free her grandsons.

Juan Melamed in Forward · 8 Mar

Ester Cunio, a 90-year-old grandmother of two Israeli hostages in Gaza, shared her story of evading capture during a terrorist attack by bonding with a Hamas member over soccer star Lionel Messi.

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Argentina’s new president, Javier Milei, heads to Israel on his first overseas diplomatic trip

Juan Melamed in JTA · 6 Feb

Argentine President Javier Milei has traveled to Israel to fulfill his foreign policy pledges and pursue his personal religious aspirations.

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Argentine President Javier Milei speaks at Jewish sports tournament’s opening ceremony

Juan Melamed in JTA · 29 Dec 2023

Argentine President Javier Milei spoke at the opening ceremony of the Pan American Maccabi Games, an international tournament for Jewish athletes.

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'The last person to be any kind of threat': 2 Israeli-Americans missing since Oct. 7 confirmed killed in Hamas attack

Luke Tress in Forward · 28 Dec 2023

Two Israeli-Americans, Judith Weinstein and Gadi Haggai, who went missing during the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, have been confirmed killed.

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2 Israeli-Americans missing since Oct. 7 confirmed killed in Hamas attack

Luke Tress in JTA · 28 Dec 2023

Two Israeli-Americans who went missing during the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7 have been confirmed killed.

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Red stickers for killed, black for kidnapped: Bearing witness to the massacre at Kibbutz Nir Oz

ALanger in Forward · 7 Dec 2023

Kibbutz Nir Oz, located near Gaza, was devastated by a Hamas attack on October 7th.

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24 more hostages released by Hamas

Laura E. Adkins in Forward · 24 Nov 2023

Hamas has released 24 hostages, including 13 Israelis, as part of a deal for a four-day cease-fire.

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Kibbutz Nir Oz, where Hamas’ mass terror attack became personal

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider · 17 Nov 2023

During a Hamas terror attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz, Natali Yohanan and her family hid in their safe room as Palestinians ransacked their home, stealing and consuming their belongings.

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Them And Us: The Divide Is Deeper Than Ever

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 30 Oct 2023

Maurice Shnaider, whose sister and brother-in-law were murdered by Hamas terrorists, emphasizes the importance of unity in the Jewish community and expresses gratitude for the outpouring of support during his shiva.

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Noam Peri’s life-or-death mission to Washington

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 25 Oct 2023

Noam Peri, the daughter of Haim Peri, a captive of Hamas, has come to Washington to plead for help in freeing the more than 200 Israeli hostages held since October.

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Renana Gomeh’s Sons Were Taken Hostage by Hamas: What She Needs You to Do to Bring Them Home Now

People of the Pod · 20 Oct 2023

Renana Gomehs two sons, ages 12 and 16, were taken hostage by Hamas terrorists in a planned attack on their home.

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4 Argentine Israelis dead, others missing from kibbutzes after Hamas attack

Juan Melamed in JTA · 9 Oct 2023

The Jewish community in Argentina is in shock after four Argentine Israelis were killed and others are missing in the Hamas attack on Israel.

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