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Father's Sacrifice During Hamas Attack Sparks Support Campaign

7/6/2025

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On October 7th, Ofer Calderon made a heart-wrenching choice during a Hamas attack in Israel, surrendering his weapon to protect his son. Captured and confined in a tiny cell for two weeks, he emerged deeply traumatized. In a show of solidarity, friends have launched a crowdfunding campaign to support his healing journey.

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Story summary

On October 7th, Ofer Calderon made a heart-wrenching choice during a Hamas attack in Israel, surrendering his weapon to protect his son. Captured and confined in a tiny cell for two weeks, he emerged deeply traumatized. In a show of solidarity, friends have launched a crowdfunding campaign to support his healing journey.