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President Herzog Honors Last Gaza Hostage at Funeral

10/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

President Isaac Herzog delivered a eulogy for Inbar Haiman, the last female hostage returned from Gaza, at her funeral in Petah Tikva.
Inbar Haiman, 27, was killed during the October 7, 2023 attack at the Nova music festival.
Hundreds attended the funeral as Haiman's family asked mourners to wear pink in her honor and shared memories of her life as an artist and devoted friend.

History

Historical Context

The Yom Kippur War began on October 6, 1973, when Egypt and Syria launched a surprise attack on Israel, leading to over 2,500 Israeli casualties. This conflict prompted significant changes in Israeli security policies and public sentiment, culminating in the 1978 Camp David Accords. The recent attack on October 7, 2023, that claimed Inbar Haiman's life reflects the enduring impact of this historical trauma on Israeli society.

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Story summary

President Isaac Herzog delivered a eulogy for Inbar Haiman, the last female hostage returned from Gaza, at her funeral in Petah Tikva.
Inbar Haiman, 27, was killed during the October 7, 2023 attack at the Nova music festival.
Hundreds attended the funeral as Haiman's family asked mourners to wear pink in her honor and shared memories of her life as an artist and devoted friend.

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