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international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Israeli Hostage, 85, Confronts Hamas Chief: "Are You Ashamed?"

An 85-year-old Israeli woman, Yocheved Lifshitz, who was kidnapped by Hamas and later released, revealed that she confronted Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during her captivity, asking him how he could act violently against peace activists like herself. Lifshitz, a peace activist who had supported Palestinians in need, was taken from her home along with her husband, who remains in captivity. She described her ordeal as "hell" but acknowledged that her captors treated her and the other hostages gently.

via NDTV|

#gaza #hamas #international-relations

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Israeli Ex-Hostage Confronts Hamas Chief in Gaza Tunnel, Demands Accountability

Yocheved Lifshitz, an 85-year-old Israeli woman who was held hostage by Hamas in Gaza, revealed that she confronted Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during her captivity, questioning him about his violent actions against peace activists. Sinwar remained silent in response. Lifshitz, a peace activist who had supported Palestinians in accessing medical care, was released after two weeks, but her husband, Oded, remains in captivity. Lifshitz described her ordeal as "hell" but acknowledged that her captors treated her and the other hostages with relative gentleness.

via Reuters|

#hamas #hostage #international-relations

international-affairs2 years ago•4 min saved

Canadian-Israeli Peace Activist Vivian Silver Confirmed Dead in Hamas Massacre

Vivian Silver, a Canadian-Israeli peace activist, has been declared dead after her remains were found at her home following the Hamas massacre in Kibbutz Be'eri. Silver, known for her lifelong dedication to peace and justice, was among the more than 1,200 people murdered by Hamas in the attack. She is one of several peace activists targeted by Hamas on October 7, including Hayim Katsman who was killed and Yocheved Lifschitz who was taken captive. Silver's sons had campaigned for her release, emphasizing her commitment to peace. She was the longtime director of the Arab Jewish Center For Empowerment, Equality, and Cooperation and helped found Women Wage Peace.

via JTA News - Jewish Telegraphic Agency|

#hamas #international-affairs #israeli-palestinian-conflict