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How IDF failed Kfar Aza on Oct. 7: 3 Kibbutz members killed by mistake, civilians evacuated to area with terrorists

Exclusive: While military set to present full report to kibbutz members next week, details suggest soldiers left area before clearing it allowing terrorists to resume massacre

Matan Tzuri | 02.16.25

גדי מוזס במפגש המרגש עם ילדיו בנקודת הקליטה הראשונית ובדרכם לבית החולים

Freed hostage, 80, vows to rebuild his kibbutz

Gadi Mozes returns to Israel in third release of hostage deal and says will 'do everything in my power to restore his community of Nir Oz, ravaged by Hamas terrorists on October 7

Itamar Eichner | 01.30.25

Fauda star sings for fallen friend Yona Betzalel Brief, who was seriously injured on Oct. 7

Idan Amedi performed in memory of Yona Betzalel Brief, an IDF soldier critically injured in the October 7 battle at Kfar Aza; Brief, who overcame previous injuries to rejoin his unit, died a month ago after 14 months of fighting for his life

Ran Boker | 12.25.24

98-year-old Holocaust survivor, whose 3 granchildren were killed on October 7 in Kfar Aza, dies

Yosef Viner, a Holocaust survivor who rebuilt his life in Israel, died at the age of 98, just a year after his grandchildren were killed in the Hamas massacre at Kibbutz Kfar Aza; His life, marked by resilience and tragedy, ended as the pain of unimaginable loss overwhelmed him once again

Roni Green Shaulov | 12.25.24

Kfar Aza and surrounding communities begin massive restoration effort

Kibbutz Kfar Aza begins its restoration journey 14 months after start of Gaza War; Backed by a $52 million government plan, efforts include rebuilding homes, upgrading infrastructure and fostering community resilience with the focus of long-term recovery

Matan Tzuri | 12.11.24

Life after captivity: Abigail’s new beginning and the long road to healing

Abigail Edan, symbol of October 7, celebrates her fifth birthday with her adoptive family after surviving Hamas captivity; her aunt and uncle, who are raising her and her siblings, say, 'She hasn’t changed much, but she’s matured a lot. We’re healing every day'

Yael Ciechanover, Ziv Koren | 11.24.24

Young Shmuel comes to Israel from Paris to stand where his brother fell

Shmuel, a 5-year-old from Paris, visits Israel with his family to honor his late brother Binyamin, a paratrooper who fell on October 7 in Kfar Aza; Their emotional journey highlights unity and resilience, reminding that despite differences, the unity of family is everlasting

Menachem Cohen | 11.22.24

'I thought we could make peace with our enemies, but the hatred is deeply ingrained in them'

Israeli filmmaker Ronit Ifergan recounts terrifying events of October 7 in Kfar Aza, shares message of her new film Shattered Paradise, and explains why she no longer believes peace with Palestinians achievable, a dream she once held

Orit Merlin Rozhenzwaig | 10.21.24

אמיר אוחנה עם אבי חסידים, אביו של נאור חסידים ז"ל בכנסת

Mezuzah saved from ruins of Kfar Aza hung in embassy in Paraguay

The mezuzah that was on the door of the home of the Sivan Elkabetz and Naor Hasidim, who were murdered on October 7, was affixed at the new Israeli Embassy in Paraguay; Ceremony was attended by the president of Paraguay, Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana and Naor's father

Shilo Freid | 09.20.24

'I had my hands inside a patient when I got a call to go to Gaza': A commando doctor's war story

After a harrowing week navigating the Gaza-Israel axis, Dr. Yaron Rudnitzky reflects on bonds forged in battle and the mission of the Airborne Medical Unit; Despite the allure of an easier life abroad, he cherishes Israel's unique culture, camaraderie and sense of purpose - October 7 or not

Hagar Kochavi | 09.16.24

Pictures taken by Ynet photographer slain on October 7 to be included in moving exhibit

The Israel Museum will open an exhibit late this month by artist Gaston Zvi Ickowicz, including photographs taken by the late Roy Idan, a Ynet photographer from Kibbutz Kfar Aza, murdered on October 7 after he snapped photos of the start of the Hamas attack

ynet correspondents | 09.12.24

Victims of massacre say will shun government memorial event

Kfar Aza latest southern border community to refuse to take part or host ceremony set to be filmed without audience participation; say PM, ministers still refuse to take responsibility for their failings; Government says nothing finalized

Ilana Curiel | 08.21.24

Surviving October 7 firebomb attack, doctor finds solace in healing others

Hamas terrorists firebombed Dr. Ellay Hogeg-Golan's home in Kfar Aza, trying to force family out; choosing to endure fire instead of risking abduction, they survived; Dr. Golan took nearly 2 months to regain consciousness and now aids her recovery by returning to medicine

Gal Ganot | 08.07.24

קיבוץ כפר עזה, שרידי בית בו נהרגה אופיר שושני ז"ל

IDF investigation finds 20 units operated in Kibbutz Kfar Aza without command on October 7

As military continues to probe management of Hamas' massacre, upcoming investigation on Kibbutz Kfar Aza suggests chaos confused the units swarming the area to fight terrorists; Kibbutz member watched invasion through video taken by car dashcam

Matan Tzuri | 07.15.24

מפגש איחוד של תלמידי העוטף, מועצה אזורית שער הנגב

After long months, kids who survived massacre, reunite

After being evacuated from their homes and spread around the country, kids brought together in reunion organized by regional council; 'How we've missed each other' they say

Matan Tzuri | 06.05.24

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