‘All I want to do is cry’: trauma of 7 October survivors three years after the attacks
Summary
Keith Siegel and his wife Aviva were among 251 people kidnapped by Hamas on 7 October 2023, during a large attack on Israel. Three years later, survivors like Siegel live with deep trauma, while communities such as Kibbutz Nir Oz continue to recover from heavy losses and destruction. The attacks resulted in over 1,200 deaths, mostly civilians, and many hostages were taken to Gaza.Key Facts
- On 7 October 2023, Hamas militants attacked Israeli border areas, killing 1,209 people, including 36 children.
- 251 people were taken captive by Hamas and held in Gaza, including Keith and Aviva Siegel.
- Keith Siegel survived 484 days in captivity and kept detailed memories to help Israeli forces and inform his family.
- In Kibbutz Nir Oz, 47 people were killed and 76 were kidnapped during the attack.
- The local Israeli military did not defend Nir Oz during the attack, and the community was left vulnerable.
- The cemetery in Nir Oz has many fresh graves from 7 October victims, including entire families.
- Survivors and their families still face trauma and difficulty returning to normal life three years later.
- The anniversary of the attacks comes as Israel prepares for national elections, stirring political debate about responsibility and future actions.
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