Recently, we held an intimate meeting at the Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters with families whose loved ones are not included in the current deal. Held under the banner of “No One Should Be Left Behind,” the evening was filled with emotion — a powerful blend of the pain and hope that drives the ongoing struggle to bring the hostages home, as shared by family members and Forum activists.
Yaela David, sister of hostage Eviatar David, shared her family’s story, expressing both the weight of their distress and the deep hope that they will soon embrace Eviatar once again.
Varda Ben Baruch, grandmother of Edan Alexander, spoke about the anguish following Edan’s kidnapping, and about the faith, memories, and hope that sustain her.
It was a deeply human, heartfelt evening that reminded us of the power of connection, how important it is to stand by each other, and that this mutual support is our community’s greatest strength.
We will continue to stand by the families of the hostages — until every last one is home.