One year after the deadly #October 7 attack by #Hamas...

, the kibbutz of Be’eri remains a symbol of both tragedy and resilience. Over 100 of its residents were killed, and dozens more abducted. Scorch marks and bullet holes still mark the walls of the community’s homes, serving as painful reminders of the brutality that unfolded here. Survivors, like Yarden Tzemach, are returning to rebuild their lives amid the ruins. “This house tells the story of Be’eri,” he says, standing outside a home where a family was murdered, including the kidnapping of three children. Some residents, like Ayelet Hakim, are grappling with the trauma of returning to a place where they faced unimaginable terror. Others, like Amit Solvy, believe that returning is part of the healing process. “The best recovery is coming home,” he says. Despite the trauma, efforts are underway to rebuild and restore life to the kibbutz. New homes and infrastructure are being planned, but it may take up to two years before many families can return. For now, Be’eri stands as a testament to
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