Kfar Aza

From Kfar Aza to Knesset: Alon Futterman’s new mission for unity

The director of the Kfar Aza Foundation reflects on three years of rehabilitation efforts for the kibbutz, his recent US speaking tour, and his decision to run for the Knesset alongside Gadi Eisenkot

Alon Futterman, former director of the Kfar Aza Foundation, is running for the Knesset on Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar slate.
Settlers from the Nahala movement build an outpost near the Gaza border, October 15, 2026.

IDF blocks roads leading to Gaza border after Nahala settlers attempt to build outpost overnight

British-Israeli Emily Damari, 30, a former hostage, has her hair done during a photo shoot for her clothing brand which carries the slogan ‘never lose yourself.’

Choosing life: Three years after being taken hostage, former Gaza hostages savor each moment

Kite Festival of the Be’eri and Hatzerim Communities.

Kite festival tradition from Kfar Aza returns to Tel Aviv skies for Sukkot


Negev Vet clinics founder Dr. Galia Melman Shalev to receive award for Oct. 7 animal rescue efforts

The chair of ICAVA congratulated Shalev on the award, calling her work “a reflection of the highest values of the veterinary profession: compassion, service, responsibility and courage.”

Dr. Galia Melman Shalev will receive the World Small Animal Veterinary Association's 2026 Animal Welfare Award for her efforts to rescue and treat hundreds of pets following the October 7 massacre.

Nicole Zedeck: Making aliyah from Colorado to Israel's front lines

A Colorado journalist arrived in Israel to pursue a dream; months later, she was among the first reporters inside Kfar Aza after October 7.

Nicole Tzedek works as a general correspondent for i24

After the IDF mistakenly killed her son in Gaza, Yotam Haim's mother chose forgiveness and hope

Two-and-a-half years since her son’s death, Iris Haim is actively engaged in the development of a project that is directly tied to the essence of her son – Beit Yotam.

Iris Haim with son Yotam z”l, who was mistakenly shot by IDF soldiers in Dec. 2023.

Tekuma marks 1,000 days since Oct. 7 as final communities prepare to return

The Tekuma Administration, whose mandate ends in 2028, has advanced strategic projects with the aim of furthering long-term growth, the report read.

 Kfar Azza faces the task of rebuilding its community.

Human bones discovered in Kibbutz Kfar Aza neighborhood devastated in October 7 massacre

The report noted that Nirel Zini, who was murdered during the attack, was decapitated by terrorists, and his head has not been found to this day.

 Israeli soldiers and journalists walk around the destruction caused by Hamas in Kibbutz Kfar Aza, November 2, 2023

Bereaved families petition High Court to preserve Kfar Aza massacre site

Bereaved families from Kfar Aza petition the High Court to halt demolition or relocation of the “Young Generation” neighborhood, seeking to preserve the massacre site.

 Kfar Azza faces the task of rebuilding its community.

Grapevine, May 15, 2026: Ah, Jerusalem

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

AVIVA SIEGEL reads an excerpt from her book to President Isaac Herzog.

Noam Shilian’s inspiring journey back to sport

Hapoel Tel Aviv hosted 11-year-old supporter Noam Shilian at training, offering a special moment of connection as he continues rehabilitation from a rare pain condition.

Noam Shilian enjoys a private visit with Hapoel Tel Aviv players

Emily Damari proposes to girlfriend Danielle Amit at event marking a year since release from Hamas

Damari was released from Hamas captivity in January 2025 alongside former hostages Romi Gonen and Doron Steinbrecher. 

Former hostage Emily Damari and her girlfriend, social media influencer Danielle Amit.

Kfar Aza Foundation head appears together with former hostage Keith Siegel at Miami Summit

Siegel: “During my 484 days in captivity, the source of my resilience and my strength was my family, my Jewish faith, the Jewish people, and all of you”

Alon Futterman ,Director of the Kfar Azza Foundation and Keith Siegel, Former Hostage