Tag: Hamas attack
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AG Slams Government-Backed Oct. 7 Inquiry as Politically Motivated, Tailored for Coalition
In Brief: A Contentious Path to Accountability Israel’s Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara has publicly rejected a government-backed plan to establish a politically appointed commission of inquiry into the events surrounding the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack. She characterized the proposed inquiry as a “tailor-made” instrument designed to satisfy coalition dynamics rather than to deliver independent…
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Tel Aviv Protest Demands State Inquiry into Hamas Attack
Thousands Gather in Tel Aviv to Demand a State Inquiry In a rally that drew opposition leaders and a large turnout of citizens, about 2,000 people gathered at Tel Aviv’s Habima Square on Saturday night. The protest called for an official state commission of inquiry into Hamas’s attack on October 7, 2023, and scrutinized how…
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Protesters in Tel Aviv Demand State Commission of Inquiry into October 7 Hamas Onslaught
Thousands Rally in Tel Aviv to Demand a State Commission of Inquiry In Tel Aviv, a display of political unity and public concern drew a crowd as around 2,000 demonstrators gathered in Habima Square for a Saturday night protest. The event brought together five leaders from opposition parties and a broad coalition of supporters who…
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Reunited After Two Years: Noa Argamani and Avinatan Or’s Journey from Abduction to Hope
Two Years in the Making: A Love Story Born in Crisis The story of Noa Argamani and Avinatan Or is more than a reunion; it is a testament to endurance, hope, and the power of human connection in the darkest moments. Abducted during Hamas’ attack on October 7, 2023, while at the Nova music festival…
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Nova festival survivor dies two years after girlfriend shot dead as he shielded her
The day that changed everything What began as a day of dancing and joy at the Nova festival on October 7, 2023, ended in unimaginable tragedy. Roei Shalev, 29, was dancing with his girlfriend Mapal Adam and their friend Hilly Solomon when rocket fire and Hamas gunmen shattered the night. In a desperate bid for…
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Nova Festival survivor dies two years after tragedy
Tragic closure two years after the Nova Festival attack The death of Roei Shalev, 29, marks another painful chapter in the aftermath of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on the Nova Festival. Shalev, who survived the harrowing events that killed his girlfriend, Mapal Adam, 27, and their friend Hilly Solomon, died in a car…
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Israeli Grief and Calls for Peace Amidst Tragedy
Introduction In a poignant call for reconciliation, many Israelis are urging international recognition of a Palestinian state following the tragic loss of life during the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Maoz Inon, a 49-year-old man who lost his parents in the attack, has emerged as a voice for peace, advocating for a future rooted…
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Director Noam Tibon Discusses the ‘Oct. 7’ Premiere at TIFF
Introduction to ‘Oct. 7’ and Its Impact As the film ‘Oct. 7’ finally prepares for its much-anticipated premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), director Noam Tibon reflects on the emotional journey that led to this moment. The film tells a harrowing story of real events that unfolded on that fateful day in 2023,…
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Remembering the Fallen: The Soldiers of Operation Against Hamas
Introduction In the early hours of Monday, a tragic incident unfolded during a guerrilla attack by Hamas on Israeli defense positions near Gaza City. This attack claimed the lives of four brave soldiers from Battalion 52 of the 401st Armored Brigade. Among the fallen were Staff Sergeant Ori Lamed (20), Sergeant Gadi Kotel (20), and…
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The Fallen Heroes of the Gaza Border Attack
Introduction In a tragic turn of events, several soldiers from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) lost their lives during a recent attack by Hamas on the Gaza border. This poignant moment calls for reflection on their bravery and sacrifice. The fallen soldiers, identified as Corporal Uri Lamed (20), Sergeant Gadi Kotel (20), and Sergeant Amit…