Kibbutz Nir Oz welcomed on Monday evening the return of 11 out of the 77 people that were brutally abducted from the Kibbutz on October 7.
“We hope for their good physical and psychological health in the days ahead,” said a statement from the Kibbutz.
“The children of Kibbutz Nir Oz returned from captivity represent hope for a bright future for our community and our country. Some were taken captive, some without a parent which breaks our hearts. The Nir Oz community is committed to supporting these children, and their families, through the long recovery process ahead,” it added.
“Our hearts remain with the 49 members of our community and all the hostages still held in Gaza. Many families from our Kibbutz remain without their loved ones by their side and are deeply concerned for their wellbeing.”
“Over one quarter of the Nir Oz community was abducted or murdered during the horrific attack on October 7th. A third of all the hostages abducted from Israel are from our community. We demand the immediate release of every single person abducted that day,” said the Kibbutz.
“It is important to note that three Thai nationals who were abducted from the kibbutz, are still held hostage. At this time, we do not have information if they are amongst those listed for release this evening.”
“The Nir Oz community will continue the fight until the last hostage is returned,” concluded the statement.