Families of Israeli Hostages Plead for Release in Seattle Visit
In a heart-wrenching plea for the safe return of their loved ones, families of Israeli hostages visited Seattle as part of a worldwide tour. More than three months have passed since the Hamas terrorist invasion of Israel, leaving these families in a state of anguish and uncertainty. The visit to Seattle aimed to raise awareness about their plight and garner support for the release of the captives.
Yehuda Cohen, father of 19-year-old hostage Nimrod Cohen, expressed the torment of not knowing the fate of his son. “We know he’s alive there, but more than that, it’s all a black hole,” he shared in an interview with KOMO News. The families are haunted by the unknown, desperate for any information that could provide solace and hope.
On Sunday, January 21, the hostages’ families will be holding a panel discussion at Temple De Hirsch Sinai in Seattle. This event, open to the general public, aims to shed light on their stories and emphasize the urgent need for the release of each person held captive. Collaborating with local Jewish organizations, the families hope to rally support and ensure that their loved ones are not forgotten.
“They can’t be forgotten. It feels like they’re forgotten,” expressed Hadel Hoash, niece of 79-year-old hostage Abraham Munder. Hoash revealed that her uncle already suffers from major health problems and requires daily medications. With each passing day, her hopes for his safe return diminish. “The chances of him being alive are getting smaller every second,” she lamented. Marev Raviv, Munder’s other niece, echoed her sentiments, questioning how anyone could survive 104 days under such harrowing conditions. “How can you survive 104 days with those conditions, with those monsters?” she wondered.
This crisis knows no bounds of age or circumstance. Even young Nimrod Cohen, who graduated high school just a year ago, finds himself trapped in this nightmare. His father, Yehuda Cohen, expressed the profound shock and pain of being the father of a kidnapped son. “It’s your worst nightmare,” he confessed. Determined to bring his son back home, Cohen declared, “I will go anywhere in the world.”
The families of these Israeli hostages have embarked on a global journey, sharing their stories and pleading for the release of their loved ones. Their visit to Seattle serves as a poignant reminder that behind the headlines and statistics lie real people, enduring unimaginable suffering. As they gather at Temple De Hirsch Sinai, they hope to touch the hearts of those who listen and inspire action that will bring an end to this agonizing ordeal.
