Title: “The deadly attack on kibbutz Be’eri: testimony of a resident and call for help”
Introduction :
Saturday October 7, 2023 will forever be etched in the memory of the residents of Kibbutz Be’eri in Israel. That day, a tragic operation carried out by Hamas resulted in the death of around a hundred people and the kidnapping of around ten others. Among the poignant testimonies, that of Annalee Milstein, a resident of Be’eri who saw her family taken away that day. In this article, we look back at the events and share Annalee’s poignant testimony, as well as her cry for help.
Events of the attack:
On Saturday, October 7, Hamas launched a devastating offensive dubbed “Al-Aqsa Flood.” One of the locations targeted was the peaceful kibbutz of Be’eri, located near the Gaza Strip. Hamas attackers massacred around 100 residents, representing around 10% of the kibbutz population, and also kidnapped several people, including ten members of Annalee Milstein’s family.
Annalee’s testimony:
Annalee Milstein, who was not present at the kibbutz during the attack, emotionally shared her final conversations with her family. She describes distressing moments, when they were terrified and hiding in the security shelter of the kibbutz. Contact was unfortunately lost on Saturday morning and since then, Annalee has had no news from her loved ones.
The worrying situation of his family:
Among the ten members of his family kidnapped that day, three were children aged 3, 8 and 12. Annalee expresses her concern and hope to find her loved ones alive, believing they were taken to Gaza. A family friend received a suspicious call where he learned of their kidnapping, and a video was sent showing their house burned, but no body was found inside.
A cry for help:
Annalee Milstein deplores the lack of support from authorities and institutions, and turns to anyone who can help them find their loved ones. She highlights the importance of making their story visible and mobilizing the resources needed to bring them home. The community of Kibbutz Be’eri, deeply affected by this tragedy, is united in its desire to find the missing people.
Conclusion :
The deadly attack on Kibbutz Be’eri has left deep scars in the community. Among the many victims, the family of Annalee Milstein who was kidnapped. His poignant testimony and call for help highlight the need to support and mobilize efforts to find missing people. Let us hope that this tragedy can find a happy ending and that solidarity remains strong in these difficult times.