Rachel Goldberg, wife of fallen soldier Avi Goldberg, talks about celebrating Purim despite the difficult pain of the loss and explains the significance behind the family's special costume.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog joins reading of Book of Esther at the synagogue of murdered hostage, Ori Danino, praises his bravery. 'Ori was like an angel amidst the chaos.'
During a discussion in the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Danny Elgarat revealed that only a single MK from the coalition offered condolences after his brother's body was returned.
Bereaved families from Forum Hagvura demand from Knesset members to eliminate Hamas, 'Have we forgotten our soldiers and the goals of this war?'
Noga Weiss, kidnapped to Gaza during the October 7 massacre and released from Hamas captivity in a November 2023 deal, says she cannot find closure until Hamas releases her father's body for burial. 'I haven't yet said goodbye.'
Funeral for Ohad Yahalomi, kidnapped to Gaza on October 7 and murdered in Hamas captivity, begins in Rishon Lezion; he will be buried in Kibbutz Nir Oz.
Esther Wachsman, mother of IDF solider Nachshon Wachsman who was kidnapped and murdered in 1994, passes away.
Rabbi Kalman Ber writes condolence letter to former hostage whose wife and 4-year-old and 9-month-old sons were murdered in captivity.
Family of murdered hostage Tsachi Idan announces that his body was identified by the Abu Kabir forensic institute, says he will be laid to rest alongside his murdered daughter.
Dana Silberman Sitton, sister of murdered hostage Shiri Bibas and aunt to Ariel and Kfir Bibas, tearfully mourns their loss. 'I hope you're up there embraced by Mom and Dad.'
Funeral for Ariel, Kfir, and Shiri Bibas leaves Rishon Lezion for Nir Oz cemetery; thousands stand along the roadsides, waving Israeli flags and paying last respects.
Families of female lookouts blast the leak of the IDF investigation of October 7 failures to the media before it was presented to them. The IDF is calling on media outlets to refrain from publishing partial information.
As per the family's request, the funeral will be limited to invitees only, but the public may honor the memory of Shiri and her sons Ariel and Kfir, accompanying the funeral procession by holding Israeli flags along the roadside.
Ofri Bibas, sister of Yarden Bibas, gave a video statement apologizing to Kfir and Ariel for not mourning them until Shiri Bibas returns.
Meitar Eliyahu, widow of Sergeant First Class (res.) Yedidya Eliyahu, who fell in battle in Gaza, announces that she is engaged to Baruch Tzuri Noked of Hebron.
Women of all ages widowed in the war met at the Center for the Family at Orot Yisrael College to gain strength to cope with the challenges that their lives now demand.
A heated confrontation occurred in the Knesset between Shira Lisha, sister of fallen Sergeant Dvir Lisha, and Knesset Member Debbie Biton.
An individual with red gloves was removed from a committee meeting during speeches by families of the hostages.
A group of war widows wrote to Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich: 'We support you and your struggle for the same path that called to our husbands.'
Eyal Eshel, father of IDF lookout Roni Eshel, who fell in the October 7 massacre, says the terrorists knew the birthday of one of the IDF lookouts at the Nahal Oz military base.
The 'Sign of Life' initiative, Israel’s national memorial project, recently toured the US to connect Jewish communities with bereaved families.
Daughter of Sara Vaspi, who lost her husband, son and grandson in Israel's wars, and passed away, eulogizes her mother: 'Whoever colors my mother in colors of bereavement is wrong.'
Bereaved families from the Almagor Terror Victims Association call on Cabinet ministers to stop the release of terrorists to foreign countries. 'Terrible mistake that began with a pathetic decision.'
Eli Albag apologizes to bereaved families who were hurt by his remarks criticizing those who opposed the hostage release deal: I haven't slept for two days because of this. First and foremost, I apologize.
Eli Albag, father of Liri Albag, who was released in a prisoner swap deal with Hamas, explains his 'scorn' for those who didn't support deal.
Itzik Bonzel, father of fallen IDF soldier Amit Bonzel, responds to Eli Albag, whose daughter was freed in a prisoner swap deal: 'This is the time to bow your head and say thank you, not to threaten.'
The families of terror victims whose murderer will be released as part of the ceasefire deal will receive notice of the decision, joint statement says.
Families of fallen soldiers set up display of coffins draped in Israeli flags and warn that the current ceasefire deal will lead to many more coffins for IDF soldiers.
Jon and Rachel, the parents of slain hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, welcome deal as "a step that should have been taken long ago".
Bereaved families write to Ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich, demanding an emergency meeting and calling on them to resign from the government in the wake of the deal that will see the release of terrorists.
Ten members of Israel's coalition sent letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging him to oppose the proposed deal with Hamas.
The family of Yossi Hershkowitz, a school principal who fell in battle in Gaza, sings Yossi's last song in New York together with renowned singer Yonatan Razel. Watch.
Hostages' families and bereaved families, gathered for a press conference following talk of a deal and the upcoming inauguration of the Trump administration, under the banner, 'Time for Victory.'
The Perl family expressed frustration to Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich during a condolence visit for their son Matityahu Perel.
After recovery of Yosef al-Ziyadne's body, family members of the hostages who were murdered by their Hamas captors make joint statement to government demanding a deal to return the remaining hostages be signed immediately.
Staff Sergeant Ido Samiach, 20, fell Tuesday in battle in northern Gaza, and was buried in the Savyon cemetery.
The bereaved families that I have met are inspiring people, they get up every morning, holding the deepest pain in one hand and hope in the other. Op-ed.
“You are the heroes our children will learn about in the future, just as you learned about the Maccabees when you were in school."
Brothers of fallen IDF soldier Amit Levi speak about the memories he left them and the lessons he wished to leave behind.
A grandfather urges the media to promote unity and understanding in the wake of his grandson's death.
Defense Minister Israel Katz directed the IDF to release nearly complete recordings from the night of October 7th to the families of soldiers killed in the massacre.
Eyal Eshel, father of the fallen soldier Roni Eshel, criticized the IDF's release of the radio recordings from the night before the October 7th massacre.
Avida Bachar, whose wife and son were murdered on Oct. 7, says that 'if it had happened in Gush Etzion, I would have said, 'Why are they living there?''
Families of fallen soldiers from the Swords of Iron war accuse Tel Aviv of not allowing them to establish memorial sites in public spaces.
Defense Minister Israel Katz meets bereaved families, expresses his intention to meet the goals of the war: The war will not stop as long as there is even one hostage in Gaza.
Bereaved families of the Gvura Forum demand that Prime Minister reach a deal that preserves war achievements and enables defeat of Hamas.
Sgt. Hanania's family discovered a letter he wrote before he was killed in battle against Hamas in case he did not return from the war calling on them to continue to act to fix the world.
Hours following the announcement that their son, who was kidnapped on October 7, was also killed that day, the family of Omer Neutra call on leaders to rise to the occasion and show the same leadership Omer showed.
A circumcision ceremony was held this morning (Tuesday) for the nephew of Gilad Elmaliach, who was killed in action in southern Lebanon, at the Heroism Tent set up by bereaved families. 'We felt with you in pain, we want to share in joy.'
Representatives of bereaved families from Forum Hagvura met with opposition leader Yair Lapid and implored him to tone down public discourse.
Uri Vizel, brother of fallen IDF soldier Elkana Vizel, who fell in Gaza, sings with American Jewish singer Yaakov Shwekey at 'Menucha Veyeshua' event for bereaved families. Watch.
Family and friends gather Saturday night in the Goldberg family's mourning tent, marking the end of the seven-day mourning period following the fall of Rabbi Avi Goldberg in Lebanon.
The mother of fallen soldier Gilad Nitzan shares her way to honor her son's legacy.
The family of fallen IDF officer Rabbi Avi Goldberg asks that politicians visit with a member of the opposing side. 'At a time when the rifts in Israeli society are growing, it is important for us to underline the value of unity.'
In an emotional photograph published by photographer Haim Goldberg, young Jonathan is seen sobbing at the memorial service for his uncle, a Sayeret Matkal soldier who was killed in action.
More than 5,200 family members have been bereaved, including approximately 1,590 bereaved parents, 306 widows, 645 orphans, and over 2,730 bereaved siblings.
Greenbaum passed away from his wounds after being critically injured in Lebanon. His widow, Hadas, eulogized: 'We received a harsh blow, but we are stronger than this, despite everything, the people of Israel live.'
Defense Minister tells Hagvura Forum leaders that Israel will turn over control of Gaza to the Palestinian Arabs after the war ends, leading to rebuke from father of a fallen soldier.
'When they knocked on the door I didn’t need an explanation - I heard the message 42 days ago.'
The regulations on civilian activity mean that the ceremonies can be held with a limited audience consisting of the families of the victims.
