For the past 33 hours our volunteers have been digging through rubble in Bat Yam after a direct hit by an Iranian missile. So far, our teams have recovered six bodies: a 60‑year‑old woman, a 70‑year‑old man, a 10‑year‑old boy, an 8‑year‑old girl, a 55‑year‑old woman, and an 18‑year‑old teen. We continue the search for others who may still be trapped alive.

This tragedy is a part of an unprecedented attack of hundreds of ballistic missiles and drones targeting Israel since Friday. According to the latest information, the Bat Yam building collapse resulted in at least 35 people reported missing, hundreds are injured, and additional damage to 61 nearby buildings. In addition to our efforts to save those who are stuck under rubble, our teams have also established a makeshift mortuary to ensure victims are handled respectfully before transfer for forensics.

ZAKA Tel-Aviv volunteers are working around the clock, in these difficult, dangerous, and emotionally taxing conditions to recover bodies, provide on‑site medical care, and bring closure to grieving families. Senior government leaders, including Prime Minister Netanyahu have praised the heroic humanitarian efforts of our volunteers, but we can't stop and we urgently need your help for the following efforts:

🔍 Deploy advanced search equipment for buried survivors
🚑 Fuel and operate emergency ambulances on-site
💪 Supply protective gear for rescue teams in dangerous conditions
🛠️ Keep mobile mortuary units operational
🍲 Sustain exhausted volunteers with meals, water, and rest areas

Thank you for standing with us, now more than ever.

Yoni Gilboa
Director of Zaka Tel-Aviv