Kfar Aza bids farewell to bereaved mother and beloved educator

Tamar Kutz (82), who lost her son Aviv, his wife Livnat, and their three children: Rotem, Yonatan, and Yiftach on October 7, dies of a heart attack.

Kfar Aza probe:

IDF failed to protect, local team kibbutz, residents fought alone

The investigation into the events at Kibbutz Kfar Aza on October 7 reveals serious deficiencies in defense and control during the battle, alongside the extraordinary heroism of the security volunteers and residents who fought the terrorists.

Freed hostage returns home:

'My home is broken like my heart'

3 weeks after he was freed, Keith Siegel returns to his home in Kfar Aza, from which he was kidnapped on October 7, 2023. 'A flood of traumatic and painful memories that will forever remain etched in my body and mind.'

Probe of massacre in Kfar Aza:

Civilians were killed by IDF fire

IDF investigation into the events of October 7 in Kibbutz Kfar Aza suggests that civilians were accidentally killed by IDF fire and that terrorists returned to the kibbutz after it was supposedly "cleaned."

Heroism under fire: The Battle of Kfar Aza

The story of a barbaric massacre overcome by supreme bravery, infinite sacrifice, painful loss, and hope born from darkness. Op-ed.

Yona's parents:

'He was a fighter & a survivor, we had many miracles'

Parents of Yona Brief, who died of wounds sustained over a year ago on October 7th: 'With all his severe pain, he taught us to value every little thing we do, and not take anything for granted.'

Heroes of Samaria:

First-person footage of the battle for Kfar Aza

As part of a series of interviews about the war heroes from Samaria, Arutz Sheva spoke with Sharona Ran, the mother of Captain Or Yosef Ran, who was killed in action on October 7th.

Mike Huckabee in Kfar Aza:

'We don't need to tell Israel how to prosecute this war'

Former Arkansas Governor spoke to Arutz Sheva a year ago during his visit to the southern Israeli Kibbutz. 'What happened to the Jewish people here was evil.'

Kfar Aza massacre inquiry

Hundreds of terrorists invaded kibbutz in 24 hours

The IDF inquiry found multiple failings in the security forces' response to the nearly 24-hour invasion of Kibbutz Kfar Aza, during which terrorists murdered 64 residents and abducted 19.

IDF reservist holds circumcision in town where friend fell

The baby was named Nir Oz, and held by the father of the fallen comrade.

The reserve col. whose quick thinking saved entire families

Lieutenant Colonel Meir Karmi did not wait for orders to mobilize his soldiers on October 7 to save lives in Kfar Aza.

Parliamentarians conference calls to disband UNRWA

A delegation of parliamentarians from 21 countries visited one of the towns struck by Hamas on October 7th and called to abolish the UNRWA as 'terror-entrenched.'

Evangelical leader:

We stand with you, administration support wavering

Ralph Reed, Founder and chairman of the Faith & Freedom Coalition speaks to Arutz Sheva after touring Kfar Aza and seeing the devastation there, says Americans still support Israel even if administration's support is wavering.

'I was beaten up really badly'

Released hostage speaks publicly for the first time

Freed hostages and massacre survivors returned to the ruins of Kfar Aza and shared their many ordeals since October 7th. During the visit, Amit Soussana, released after 55 days in Hamas captivity, spoke for the first time since her release.

Christian group donates $500k to Gaza border towns

Passages Christian leaders donate $500,000 to affected communities in the Gaza border region.

100 days later:

Ravaged towns' residents still unsure of future

Israel’s ravaged kibbutzes have become museums of the macabre. Their former residents want to go home.

Freed Hostage:

'Terrorists ate well and starved my children'

Freed hostag Hagar Brodutch tales of the difference between the conditions she and her children were kept in, and those enjoyed by the terrorists.

Mike Pence to IDF soldiers:

'The American people are with you, whatever Israel needs to do'

The former Vice President toured Kfar Aza and met with IDF soldiers.

Ivanka Trump:

'Even in the darkest times, hope and goodness are ever-present'

Ivanka Trump after visit to Kfar Aza: As so many rise to help, heal, and rebuild, it’s a testament to the enduring spirit of humanity.

Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump tour kibbutz ravaged in massacre

The daughter of fmr. President Trump and her husband visited Kfar Aza, where they spoke with residents and members of the security forces.

IDF captain in Kfar Aza:

'Our mission is for the world to understand what happened here'

Captain (res.) Maya, a member of the IDF Spokesperson's Unit, tells Arutz Sheva how important it is to convey the full truth of Oct. 7.

Likud MK Danny Danon:

'Resist international pressure and keep fighting'

MK Danny Danon led an international delegation, including Governor Mike Huckabee, on a tour of towns attacked by Hamas.

Actors Debra Messing, Brett Gelman meet October 7 survivor

Hollywood stars meet Shay Lee Atary, who lost her husband and protected her 1-month-old daughter in Kfar Aza on October 7.

Mike Huckabee in Kfar Aza:

'I was in Israel many times, this trip is my most important'

The Former Arkansas governor and Evangelical Christian leaders visited Kfar Aza to witness the devastation of the October 7th massacre.

Govt. Spokesman Eylon Levy:

'World wants us to give Hamas the fuel used to burn Israelis'

Israeli Government Spokesperson Eylon Levy speaks to Arutz Sheva about his visit to Kfar Aza, efforts to combat misinformation globally.

PM Netanyahu shows Elon Musk the horrors of the Oct. 7 massacre

PM Netanyahu tours Kfar Aza with X owner Elon Musk, tour Kfar Aza, showing him the horrors of the October 7 massacre.

Hasidic rebbe to soldiers:

'The angels accompany you'

The Sadigura Rebbe in Jerusalem visited an IDF base near Gaza and the village of Kfar Aza.

Chris Christie in Kfar Aza:

'Hundreds of millions of Americans who stand with Israel'

Republican US presidential candidate Chris Christie visited Kfar Aza on the Gaza border.

Chilling testimony:

'Our mission was to kill, only to kill'

Testimony from interrogation of terrorist who took part in massacre in Kfar Aza released by Shin Bet.

Body of news photographer missing since massace identified

Ynet photographer Roee Idan and his wife were murdered in their hometown of Kfar Aza. 3-year-old daughter believed to have been kidnapped.

MKs, ambassadors in Kfar Aza:

'This was a massacre, the only word for it is genocide'

Arutz Sheva joins delegation of MKs, foreign ambassadors, and Christian leaders to see the atrocities committed in Kfar Aza.

52 murdered, 7 kidnapped: Full scale of Kfar Aza massacre

In Nahal Oz, 25 residents are known to have been murdered, the fate of 80 others remains unknown.

IDF: Second Lieutenant Yochai Duhan fell in Kfar Aza battle

IDF announces: Second Lieutenant Yochai Duhan of Kiryat Arba fell in Kfar Aza battle.

In 1 town:

40 babies murdered, some decapitated, by Hamas butchers

IDF forces were not prepared for the extent of the horrors left behind by Hamas terrorists in Kfar Aza.

Police officer saves his daughter in Kfar Aza

Shimon Portal heard that his daughter was besieged in her home. He rushed to rescue her and others in danger.

News photographer missing after capturing start of Hamas attack

Roee Idan has been missing since the Hamas attack. His wife was murdered and at least one of his daughters appears to be kidnapped.

Southern Residents Fear Hamas Rosh Hashana 'Surprise'

Kfar Aza resident tells Arutz Sheva he will be one of the few staying home for holidays, hopes for no surprise 'like Yom Kippur War.'