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conflictprotest2 years ago•5 min saved

Residents Rally for Hostages' Return as Israel-Palestine War Looms

Residents of Kibbutz Kfar Aza, a community heavily affected by the recent Hamas attack, rallied outside the military headquarters in Tel Aviv, demanding the return of hostages held by terrorists in Gaza. The residents fear that an impending ground offensive by the military could jeopardize the chances of their loved ones being released. The rally comes as the IDF confirms a total of 228 hostages taken on October 7, with four released since then. Former soccer star Eyal Berkovic voiced support for the families' cause, arguing that the return of the abductees should be prioritized over a ground offensive.

via The Times of Israel|

#conflictprotest #gaza #ground-offensive

conflictinternational-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Teen Survivor Recounts 16-Hour Hideout from Hamas Rampage in Israeli Kibbutz

A 13-year-old Israeli girl and her family survived a brutal Hamas attack on their village of Kfar Aza, hiding in a safe room for 16 hours while the militants rampaged through their community. The girl feared for her life, worrying about potential violence and harm. Eventually, they were rescued by Israeli soldiers, but the village suffered heavy casualties. The death toll is still unknown, but men, women, children, and infants were among those killed. The girl's mother shared a touching promise made during their ordeal. As of Thursday morning, over 1,200 people were killed in Israel, including 25 Americans, and over 1,354 people, including 326 children, were killed in Gaza.

via CBS News|

#conflictinternational-relations #gaza-strip #hamas

conflictinternational-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Hamas Attack in Israel: Unconfirmed Reports of Beheaded Babies and Devastation

The Israeli government has not confirmed reports that babies were beheaded during the recent Hamas attack, contradicting a previous statement by the Prime Minister's office. While there have been cases of Hamas militants carrying out beheadings, the specific victims and their identities remain unconfirmed. The Israeli Defense Forces described the attack as a "massacre" where women, children, toddlers, and the elderly were brutally killed. US President Joe Biden initially appeared to confirm the information but later clarified that he was referring to public comments and media reports, not confirmed pictures or reports. An IDF spokesman later stated that there were disturbing reports of babies being beheaded in the Be'eri kibbutz.

via CNN|

#beheadings #conflictinternational-relations #hamas

conflictinternational-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

Israeli Forces Uncover Evidence of Gruesome Child Killings

Israeli military officials claim to have uncovered evidence of a brutal assault by Hamas fighters on the village of Kfar Aza, including the killings of women and children. While specific details are still unclear, soldiers have reported finding decapitated bodies of babies. The Shaar HaNegev Regional Council has reported numerous deaths, abductions, and missing residents in the area. Kfar Aza, a community frequently visited by national security professionals and members of Congress, has been subjected to rocket fire and attacks from the nearby Gaza Strip.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#brutal-killings #conflictinternational-relations #gaza-strip

conflict2 years ago•2 min saved

Hamas Attacks in Israel: Tragic Stories of Hostages and Slaughtered Babies

Israeli soldiers claim to have found decapitated corpses of babies at Kfar Aza, a kibbutz near the Israel-Gaza border, following an attack by Hamas militants. The IDF spokesperson stated that the soldiers on the ground reported the gruesome discovery, comparing Hamas to animals and accusing them of butchering women and children. Israeli officials appeared to confirm the beheadings, with the Defense Minister vowing to retaliate. The kibbutz was targeted by Hamas after militants breached the border gate. Reports of Hamas kidnapping Israelis and holding them hostage have also emerged, leading to threats of public executions. Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have resulted in a high death toll, including many children, while Israel has imposed a full "siege" on Gaza.

via Business Insider|

#beheadings #conflict #gaza

conflictinternational-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"Massacre at Israeli Kibbutz: Bodies of Residents and Militants Uncovered"

The Kfar Aza kibbutz in southern Israel has been heavily damaged by Hamas militants, with bodies of both Israeli residents and militants lying among the wreckage. Israeli soldiers are working to retrieve the dead, as the death toll from the Hamas attacks climbs to 900, mostly civilians. The attack has been described as a massacre and a terror activity, with some Israelis taken hostage and paraded through the streets. Israeli strikes in Gaza have resulted in at least 770 deaths and widespread destruction.

via Reuters|

#conflictinternational-relations #gaza-strip #hamas