Kibbutz Nir Oz
Grapevine: Heavy memory
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Middle Israel: Remember October 7 by building a stronger western Negev - opinion
Former hostage Iair Horn declared honored guest of Buenos Aires, shares story of Gaza captivity
From Nir Oz to the Waves: How Surf Therapy Helped an October 7 Survivor Reclaim Her Inner Strength
Super grandpa and lifelong peace advocate: Family mourns slain hostage Oded Lifshitz
"He dedicated his life to helping others," the Hostage Family Forum said, adding that "his grandchildren called him 'Super Grandpa' for his wisdom and love."
Slain hostage Oded Lifshitz's body identified after return to Israel
"503 agonizing days of uncertainty have come to an end. We had hoped and prayed so much for a different outcome," the family said.
'Our hearts are broken': Nir Oz residents stand in sadness as fallen hostages are brought home
The murdered hostages whose bodies are being returned have been reported by Hamas to be four residents of Kibbutz Nir Oz, though the families have not yet identified them.
'The work is not done,' son of slain hostage Oded Lifshitz says
Yizhar emphasized that he firmly believed Israel made the right decision in implementing the hostage deal.
Family of hostage David Cunio say they received a sign of life from Gaza
Cunio's wife, Sharon, and their daughters, Emma and Yuli, were kidnapped on October 7 as well and were returned to Israel after 52 days.
Hostage film, ‘Letter to David,’ premieres in Berlin
“There’s a great nobility of spirit and strength about the whole Cunio family. They gave me their trust and cooperation to tell their story," said Shoval.
'Severe blows to the back of the head' Iair Horn's mother discusses his captivity
Ruthie Strom, mother of freed hostage Iair Horn, calls for national unity and criticizes those opposing the hostage deal, urging empathy for families of captives.
Nir Oz pub reopens in honor of former manager Iair Horn's return
The community hopes the pub will again become the center of social life in Nir Oz – a place for meeting, remembrance, and hope for continued returns home.
While hostage Iair Horn safely returns, his brother Eitan still remains in captivity
Born and raised in Argentina, Iair immigrated to Israel in 1999 at the age of 22 with a group of young people from the Habonim Dror youth movement.
A voluntary journey toward a better, less violent future must begin - opinion
All values melt away in the face of fear. We are learning that only force prevails, not just in the Middle East but worldwide. We are forced to learn their language to survive, which is so sad.
