Kibbutz Nir Oz Hosts Passover Seder to Call for Hostages' Release in Gaza

The symbolic seder featured 36 empty chairs, each representing a hostage, as part of a poignant plea for their freedom.

Kibbutz Nir Oz, devastated by a Hamas attack on October 7, held a Passover seder to highlight the plight of 36 hostages still held in Gaza.
The seder table was set with empty chairs and posters of the hostages, symbolizing their absence and the community's hope for their return.
Negotiations for the hostages' release continue in Cairo, with some hostages reportedly being mistreated or forced to work as slaves.
The event served as a platform for diverse political views, with criticism directed at both Israeli and U.S. leadership regarding their handling of the crisis.
The ongoing conflict has left the kibbutz and nearby areas heavily damaged, with sporadic fighting still occurring in northern and central Gaza.