A Southern Israeli City Takes Care of Its Elderly Amid a Barrage of Missiles
Many elderly Israelis are experiencing greater anxiety and feelings of loneliness since the Iran War began.
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ANAV SILVERMAN PERETZ
Midreshet Ben Gurion, Israel
Anav Silverman Peretz is a Contributor to The New York Sun.
Mrs. Silverman Peretz moved to Israel from Maine in 2004. She lives with her family in Midreshet Ben Gurion.
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Southern Israeli City Celebrates Former Hostage’s Return Home
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‘When I returned from captivity, there was a row of tractors that greeted me. Today, the tractors here bring me back to that moment several months ago. I understand the pain here but I want to give a message of hope.’
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Israelis Express Relief, Cautious Optimism Following Cease-Fire Deal
‘We’ve been stuck on October 7th. We haven’t been able to move from this grieving phase because there was no certainty, and now finally, there’s a light at the end.’
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