Israel recovers bodies of two hostages abducted in Oct. 7 Hamas attack
Israel made a poignant announcement on Thursday as the bodies of two hostages, Gadi Haggai and Judy Weinstein-Haggai, who were abducted during the Oct. 7, 2023 massacre in the Gaza Strip, were finally recovered. The tragic incident marked the beginning of the ongoing war in the region.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed that the remains of the two hostages had been retrieved in a special operation conducted by the army and the Shin Bet internal security agency. In a statement, Netanyahu expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, stating, “Our hearts ache for the most terrible loss. May their memory be blessed.”
The devastating news of Weinstein and Haggai’s deaths was first announced by Kibbutz Nir Oz in December 2023. The couple, both in their early 70s, were ambushed by Hamas militants while taking a morning walk near their home in Kibbutz Nir Oz. The militants killed over 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and abducted 251 individuals during the violent incursion.
Weinstein managed to make a distress call to emergency services in the early hours of the morning, informing them that she and her husband had been shot before tragically succumbing to their injuries. The couple, who left behind two sons, two daughters, and seven grandchildren, were deeply mourned by the community.
As the nation grieves the loss of these two innocent lives, the story continues to unfold. Updates on the situation are expected, and the nation remains united in honoring the memory of Gadi Haggai and Judy Weinstein-Haggai.
Bradford Betz, a dedicated reporter covering crime and political issues for Fox News Digital, will continue to provide updates on this developing story. Stay tuned for the latest information as it becomes available.
