Israelis Honor Slain Hostage Yossi Sharabi in Kibbutz Be'eri Funeral

Yossi Sharabi, an Israeli hostage kidnapped during the Hamas attack on October 7, 2025, was murdered in captivity and his body was recently returned to Israel as part of a US-brokered Gaza deal. Sharabi, who was held with others including his daughter's partner and a neighbor, died when the building where he was held collapsed following an Israeli Air Force strike, according to an IDF investigation. His funeral in Kibbutz Be’eri was attended by hundreds, including family, friends, and supporters, with President Isaac Herzog set to eulogize him. Sharabi is survived by his wife Nira and their three daughters, who shared heartfelt memories and reflections on his bravery and legacy. The funeral procession, which started at a synagogue in Rishon Lezion, saw mourners holding Israeli and yellow flags symbolizing the hostages, marking a somber moment amid ongoing efforts to bring home remaining captives. The community of Be’eri, deeply affected by the attack that claimed over 100 lives and left many homes destroyed, continues to grieve while holding onto hope for the return of other hostages.