Posted on 10/31/2023 8:31:04 PM PDT by Freeleesy
On Oct 7, 2023, Iran's proxy Islamist fascist Hamas regime, other jihadists with ordinary Arab Palestinians: massacred youths, raped women - some before murdering some after - all while laughing, beheaded men, even babies; wide torture of civilians, took hostages of all ages, some families together, murdered children in their beds, dismembered people, disfigured girls, burned people alive and paraded nude captive women in the street - abused by other Palestinians too. Notes and confession confirmed the Islamic directions and justification for targeting women and children and even raping corpses. Brutality was live streamed by the savages with sick pride and masses of other racist-Arabs fascist-Muslims celebrated the atrocities.
It prompted the operation 'Swords of Iron'.
Days later, the Islamic Republic engaged in a war all over the M.E. VS US/Israel .
* Hamas.
* Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
* Hezbollah.
* Bases in Syria.
* Linked Shiite Militias in Iraq (attacking US).
* Houthis in Yemen. (Attacking US, then Israel).
Though Ayatollahs began with anti-American first, in 1979 against the “big Satan”..
It amazes me the “free Palestine” banners as if oppressive Hamas or Palestinian Authority are “free”..
Mapping the Massacres
The October 7th Massacre
On the morning of October 7, 2023, Hamas led a simultaneous wave of assaults on Israeli civilian communities and military posts. The dawn attack began when Hamas launched over 5,000 rockets from Gaza into Israel, then used these strategic barrages as cover to breach the border. In this massive surprise onslaught on southern Israel, Hamas terrorists committed unfathomable atrocities that have reverberated globally. The attacks claimed the lives of more than 1,400 individuals, left more than 4,800 wounded, and saw 240 people taken as hostages (40 missing as of Nov/1). Visit the different sites, listen to the facts, and witness the horrors. Disclaimer: Please note that our data may contain omissions, which will be refined as more concrete data becomes available. We value any contributions that can help enhance the comprehensiveness of this project.
Remembering October 7th
This website is dedicated to preserving the record of events as they transpired on October 7, 2023, and to remembering the many lives affected by this tragic day. Content Warning: Graphic Details Follow The task of identifying the victims of the murderous Hamas attackers was fulfilled by the ZAKA International Rescue Unit of specially trained volunteer paramedics and search and rescue professionals. ZAKA specialists relayed first-hand accounts of the unimaginable suffering and torture experienced by the many victims of the Hamas attackers. Entire families had been subjected to horrific violence from inside their own homes: people of all ages were dismembered, burned alive, beheaded, tortured and murdered; women were raped and their bodies mutilated; and citizens of all ages, from newborn babies to medically-dependent elderly, were kidnapped to Gaza.
Kfar Aza Massacre
Kfar Aza, a kibbutz near the Gaza border, was barbarically attacked by over 70 Hamas terrorists, who mercilessly killed and mutilated residents including about 40 children. The horrific scenes, which included many beheadings, were such that journalists worldwide described unparalleled levels of brutality they only thought possible in old times of pogroms.
Attack on Nahal Oz Base
Over 40 Hamas militants infiltrated a military base near Nahal Oz, executing a meticulously orchestrated assault that left significant destruction in its wake. Armed with firearms, grenades, and bomb-dropping drones, they killed guards, captured at least six female soldiers, and caused numerous fatalities among the stationed troops.
Nahal Oz Massacre
Roughly 100 Hamas terrorists invaded Kibbutz Nahal Oz, breaking into homes, massacring the residents of the kibbutz and wiping out entire families. Subsequent to the initial attack, significant IDF forces arrived and engaged in a prolonged 12-hour confrontation with the terrorists, ultimately neutralizing them and rescuing the remaining residents. Several kibbutz members were abducted and taken to Gaza. During the chaos, Shlomo Ron, an 85-year-old resident, cleverly acted as if he lived alone, successfully misleading the attackers and thereby safeguarding his wife, children, and grandchildren who were hidden in his home.
Alumim Massacre
Kibbutz Alumim faced an attack from roughly 30 Hamas terrorists. The kibbutz’s security squad halted them. The assailants targeted foreign workers from Nepal and Thailand, killing 20 and abducting 8 to Gaza. Subsequently, the terrorists took a kibbutz garden as a stronghold. They faced the standby squad, resulting in two terrorist deaths. Masada, Yahalom and Shaldag units intervened, with helicopters neutralizing the majority of the terrorists. Several IDF soldiers died in defense. Captured documents post-attack revealed Hamas’s plans for massacre and hostage-taking. An arrested terrorist confirmed that Hamas leadership had given directives for extreme acts, including beheading and rape.
Be’eri Massacre
Near the Gaza Strip, Be’eri, a small kibbutz, witnessed a horrendous attack by Hamas terrorists. A timeline, pieced together from WhatsApp messages and CCTV footage, reveals around 90 armed terrorists arriving before 6:00 am and executing civilians from vehicles. They then dispersed onto three motorbikes into the Be’eri neighborhoods, executing residents at gunpoint and throwing Molotov cocktails at homes to set them ablaze with the occupants trapped inside. A severe hostage situation unfolded where up to 50 individuals were taken hostage in a dining hall, with others kidnapped to the Gaza Strip. As Israeli security forces counter-attacked, a stand-off ensued with the militants. Harrowing footage emerged showing some hostages being led barefoot across town streets. Approximately 18 hours later, with the arrival of additional Israel Defense Forces, the hostages were liberated and the militants largely neutralized, marking the resolution of this terrifying hostage scenario. The chilling aftermath of the Be’eri massacre exposed a scene of merciless brutality, with approximately 80% of the recovered bodies showing signs of torture. Particularly harrowing were the accounts of a ZAKA official describing two piles of ten children each, with their hands bound together, burnt to death. This orchestrated onslaught resulted in the ruthless murder of over 130 community members, with some kidnapped to Gaza, leaving behind a legacy of terror that devastated the kibbutz.
Hostage Situation in Be’eri
At the Israeli kibbutz of Be’eri, a severe hostage situation unfolded where up to 50 individuals were taken hostage in a dining hall, with others kidnapped to the Gaza Strip. As Israeli security forces counter-attacked, a stand-off ensued with the terrorists. Harrowing footage emerged showing some hostages being led barefoot across town streets. Approximately 18 hours later, with the arrival of additional Israel Defense Forces, the hostages were liberated and the terrorists largely neutralized, marking the resolution of this terrifying hostage scenario.
Re’im Music Festival Massacre
Near the kibbutz of Re’im, 5 km (3.1 miles) from the Gaza border, the “SuperNova” outdoor music festival was held in celebration of the Jewish holiday Sukkot. In a targeted massacre, Hamas militants blocked all roads exiting the festival, forcing attendees to scatter across the eastern fields. Festival-goers who attempted to flee by car encountered terrorists on the open road who fired at them from point-blank range. Those seeking refuge in nearby bomb shelters met terrorists who lobbed grenades inside the packed reinforced concrete blocks, as documented in videos and corroborated by survivor accounts. Those who scattered into the fields scrambled under cactus scrub and bushes, covered themselves with sand, or pretended to be dead. They were relentlessly hunted for hours, shot at with live gunfire and rocket-propelled grenade launchers, and watched helplessly as people were killed or dragged away by armed captors.
Nirim Massacre
In Kibbutz Nirim, around 20 terrorists armed with assault rifles, grenades, and RPGs attacked, setting houses on fire, shooting, and throwing grenades. Upon hearing the gunfire, off-duty police officer, Amit Levi from the kibbutz, alongside some members of their readiness team, engaged in combat with the attackers. Following intense fighting, they managed to seize a control point, forcing the terrorists to retreat from Nirim. Roughly seven hours following the terrorists’ intrusion, the first IDF ground forces from the Maglan unit arrived to combat the terrorists. The assault caused substantial destruction in the kibbutz, prompting the initiation of a fundraising campaign for rehabilitation efforts, which collected over half a million Shekels within a few days.
Nir Oz Massacre
Hamas terrorists infiltrated Kibbutz Nir Oz, ruthlessly attacking individuals out in the fields, encircling the settlement, and breaching its security perimeter. Armed with extensive ammunition, assault rifles, RPGs, grenades, and explosives, they launched an onslaught, decimating entire families, including the elderly and children. Residents fought desperately to keep them at bay, enduring over ten hours without outside defense. In the aftermath, other individuals, including women and children from the Gaza Strip, looted and further vandalized homes, leaving a trail of devastation. Military personnel arrived later in the afternoon to evacuate and assist the surviving residents. Among the victims were an 80-year-old woman and her 13-year-old autistic granddaughter.
Netiv HaAsara Massacre
Netiv HaAsara, a moshav near the northern Gaza Strip, was brutally attacked by Hamas terrorists using paragliders for stealthy infiltration, initiating a house-to-house killing spree that claimed at least 20 lives, including members of the Akuni and Vaks families. The assault also targeted the village’s rapid response team, severely undermining the community’s defense. Amid the onslaught, a sudden electricity cut plunged the moshav into darkness, trapping terrified residents in powerless safe rooms.
Sderot
Sderot, located northeast of the Israel-Gaza Strip border, became the scene of a violent battle between Hamas and Israeli security forces. The two-day conflict began when armed Hamas terrorists infiltrated from Gaza, murdering civilians and local police, which resulted in numerous casualties. The terrorists managed to seize a local police station, killing approximately 30 individuals. Israeli military forces responded and regained control of the situation, neutralizing some 35 terrorists in the process.
Ofakim
In Ofakim, terrorists killed and injured multiple people, targeting various areas in the city. Civilians, police, and IDF soldiers fought back, substantially eliminating the threat by 10 am. The early response, particularly on Tamar Street, helped prevent further devastation. During the attack, terrorists took hostages in a house, who were later rescued in a police operation. The attackers had significant weaponry, intending to seize the city, but were thwarted by local armed resistance.
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