About 240,000 Israelis from communities near the border with Lebanon have been forced to evacuate due to ongoing attacks. Families are currently in temporary accommodation across the country, uncertain about when they can return home. The city of Sderot, with 30,000 residents, had most of its people relocated to various areas like Eilat, Netanya, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and the Dead Sea.
Residents express the sentiment that they won’t return until there is confidence in their safety, emphasizing the need to fully address the threat from groups like Hamas. Adele Raemer, a resident, describes feeling like refugees in their own country, with uncertainty about when they can return home.
One resident from Nirim, Uriel Laban, and his family had a harrowing experience being almost burned alive by Hamas invaders. Despite their traumatic encounter, they express the intent to return once proper security measures are in place.
Several kibbutzim, such as Nir Oz and Kfar Aza, have faced significant destruction and loss of life. Many residents had to evacuate, with some houses destroyed. The process of rebuilding is expected to take years, and temporary housing arrangements are being made. The emotional toll on the displaced residents is evident, with concerns about safety and the ability to rebuild their lives.
The attacks by Hamas on Israeli communities near the Gaza border on October 7 resulted in over 1,200 casualties, with Hamas currently holding captives in Gaza. The situation remains complex and challenging for the affected communities as they cope with the aftermath and plan for the future.
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