Kibbutz Be'eri

Family of slain hostage sues UNRWA for alleged role in October 7 kidnapping, murder

The lawsuit names UNRWA, a UNRWA employee alleged to have taken part in the attack, and several current and former senior UNRWA officials as defendants.

Poster of hostage Yonatan Mordechai Samerano during demonstrations for the hostages still held in Gaza.
Eli Sharabi was abducted from his home in Kibbutz Be’eri during the Oct. 7, 2023 attack and survived 491 days in Hamas captivity.

Former Gaza hostage Eli Sharabi speaks on rebuilding life after losing his family, Hamas captivity

 Protesters in Sderot gather for the 'Gaza March,' May 14, 2024

Population in Gaza border region surpasses pre-Oct. 7 levels, data show

Thai hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak, November 5, 2025.

Who was slain Gaza hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak? - explainer


The case for truth: Israel must create a state inquiry into October 7 - opinion

A state commission of inquiry is vital for uncovering the truth behind October 7 and rebuilding trust in the government and its institutions.

 NIR OZ residents arrive to hear the presentation of the military’s findings on the October 7, 2023 massacre that took place at the kibbutz, in March, in Carmei Gat.

MDA volunteer in Toronto honors fallen paramedic in Remembrance Day ceremony

“As part of my responsibilities during my year of service in Jewish communities abroad, I am tasked with sharing the stories of our heroes,” Ofir Bar said.

 Ofir Bar, a 19-year-old Magen David Adom (MDA) volunteer, paid tribute this week to fallen paramedic Amit Man during a Remembrance Day ceremony in Toronto

Eli Sharabi’s survival and the Bachar family’s story of hope amid tragedy - opinion

BEYOND THE HEADLINES: A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news: Kibbutz Be'eri, Eli Sharabi, and pre-Passover preparations.

 A chair from a safe room in Kibbutz Be'eri.

IDF locates some remains of murdered hostage Meny Godard

In February 2024, Kibbutz Be’eri announced that Godard had been murdered on October 7, and his body was taken by terrorists into Gaza. 

 Meny Godard.

Greece honors Independence Day in Kibbutz Be'eri as Greek PM scheduled to visit

"I would like to thank, from the bottom of our heart, the residents of the Kibbutz Be’eri, who welcomed us in their premises,” Greece’s Ambassador to Israel Maya Solomou told attendees.

 Greek Ambassador to Israel Maya Solomou addresses attendees at the Greek National Day celebrations, held at Kibbutz Be'eri, March 25, 2025.

'A pillar of fire': Kibbutz Be'eri demolishes symbolic dental clinic destroyed on Oct. 7

"The building will be physically destroyed, but it will remain in the memory of all of us."

 Kibbutz Be'eri dental clinic on Tuesday 11 March before being demolished

Freed hostage Tal Shoham describes Hamas captivity in meeting with PM Netanyahu

Shoham shared with Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, his experience in Hamas captivity, detailing the hardships and the psychological terror he underwent. 

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara along with released hostage Tal Shoham and his wife, Adi. March 5, 2025.

A stitch within the fabric of time: A look at the quilting scene in Israel

I recently chanced to hear of a quilting endeavor which crossed the oceans to bring comfort and express solidarity with Israel and the evacuees of Kibbutz Be’eri during the current crisis.

 Israeli quilter and fiber artist Cindy Richard.

Stitching hope: Quilts provide solace for Be'eri massacre survivors

Israelis rallied in record numbers to volunteer in support of survivors of the Hamas atrocities and the soldiers battling terror.

 PROJECT COORDINATOR Gail Solomon displays a vividly detailed bucolic-themed quilt.

Coffins of Bibas children reveal Hamas's ruthless ideology

There was nothing Hamas could do to hide these facts and images on Thursday, and at least for one day, almost the entire world remembered who is a terrorist and who is a victim. 

A drone view shows Palestinians and terrorists gathering around Red Cross vehicles on the day Hamas hands over the bodies of deceased hostages, including Oded Lifschitz, Kfir, and Ariel Bibas