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| | Bodies of Bibas Family and Oded Lifshitz Returned to Israel | | In a somber transfer on Thursday, Israel received the bodies of four hostages from Hamas captivity in Gaza. The returned remains include Shiri Bibas and her two young sons, Kfir and Ariel, as well as 85-year-old Oded Lifshitz. The International Committee of the Red Cross facilitated the transfer, delivering the coffins to Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers and Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) agents in the Gaza Strip. The Geneva-based organization received the bodies from the Hamas terrorist group following a staged propaganda event. | |
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| | Jerusalem Mourns as Bodies of Slain Hostages Return from Gaza | | A somber silence blanketed Jerusalem’s usually bustling Mahane Yehuda market on Thursday morning as Israel prepared to receive the bodies of four hostages Shiri Bibas, her sons Kfir and Ariel, and 84-year-old Oded Lifshitz released from Hamas captivity in Gaza. The market, typically filled with the lively hum of weekend shoppers, stood quiet as Jerusalemites grappled with the devastating news. The four hostages, all residents of Kibbutz Nir Oz, were among those taken by Hamas terrorists on October 7. Kfir Bibas, at just nine months old, was the youngest captive, while Oded Lifshitz was among the oldest at 84. | |
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| Did You Know? “The Jewish people are often described as one big family, bound together not just by faith but by a shared history, culture, and destiny. This deep connection is reflected in the Hebrew word Am Yisrael (the Nation of Israel), emphasizing that Jews worldwide—whether in Israel, America, or anywhere else—are part of the same extended family. Despite being scattered across continents for centuries, Jewish communities have always maintained strong ties through traditions, mutual responsibility, and unwavering support for one another. This unity is especially evident in times of crisis, when Jews across the globe rally together, proving that no matter where they are, they remain one people with one heart.” |
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| Former Hostage Agam Berger Shares How Faith Sustained Her in Captivity | | Former hostage Agam Berger opened up about how her religious faith provided strength and stability during her captivity by Hamas in Gaza. In an interview with N12 on Thursday, Berger shared her experiences of observing Jewish holidays, keeping Shabbat, and maintaining a deep connection to her beliefs despite the harsh conditions. Berger was kidnapped from the Nahal Oz base on October 7, 2023, during Hamas’s deadly assault on southern Israel. | |
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| Fiji to Open Embassy in Jerusalem This Year | | The South Pacific nation of Fiji is set to open an embassy in Jerusalem later this year, Deputy Prime Minister Viliame Gavoka announced on Wednesday. The decision, approved by Fiji’s Cabinet on Tuesday, marks a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties with Israel. “We are absolutely excited about coming to Jerusalem, and we most definitely will be there this year,” Gavoka told JNS in a phone interview. | |
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