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Battle for Zikim base: commanders shield their recruits against onslaught of terrorists
As Hamas terrorists stormed Israel’s southern border on October 7, commanders at the Zikim training base fought to protect dozens of young recruits and civilians, holding the line through hours of fierce combat that left seven soldiers dead
Ron Crissy
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10.26.25
'Why was I the only one left?': IDF’s sole survivors tell their stories
Dor was the only one pulled alive from the Gaza building collapse that killed 21 soldiers; Natai lost all his comrades at Zikim when the sniper 'fired one bullet'; Nataniel’s tank hit an explosive: 'They thought I was dead'
Eti Abramov
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10.11.25
Julia and Abed: A love story cut short by Hamas terrorists at Zikim Beach on Oct. 7
Julia Cheban, 24, and Abed al-Rahman al-Ziadna, 26, spent their final moments together at Zikim Beach, where Hamas terrorists struck on Oct. 7; couple’s bond — between a Jewish woman and a Bedouin man — became a symbol of love cut short by tragedy
Ilana Curiel
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10.06.25
Soldiers flee leaving civilians defenseless, IDF probe into Zikim base in massacre, finds
Internal investigation into the October 7 highlights catastrophic leadership failures, faulty equipment and a lack of initiative, allowing Hamas terrorists to massacre civilians while nearby soldiers flee or fail to engage
Yoav Zitun, Roni Green Shaulov
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05.04.25
Female commanders and barehanded recruits fought off Hamas terrorists at Zikim on Oct. 7, IDF probe finds
Report reveals heroic defense, highlighting commanders' quick decisions and the loss of five commanders; despite challenges, the base’s defense prevented mass casualties and kidnapping.
Yoav Zitun
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04.27.25
Fulfilling a hero's dream: parents of fallen soldier make Aliyah
Sgt. Nathaniel Young left London to join IDF of deep passion for Israel and fell near Zikim on October 7; honoring his wish, his parents relocate to Netanya; 'Nathaniel bravely and determinedly fulfilled his dream of defending the State of Israel,' they say
Itamar Eichner
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12.04.23
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