Nahal Oz

'Security reality has not changed enough': Two kites from Gaza land in Kibbutz Nahal Oz

“For the residents of Nahal Oz, this is a serious incident that illustrates that the security reality has not changed enough,” the kibbutz said in a statement.

Burned out vehicles on Kibbutz Nahal Oz in the aftermath of Hamas's October 7 massacre; illustrative.
Fallen soldier and former swimmer Eden Nimri

Olympic Committee of Israel honors fallen swimmer Eden Nimri

VIEW OF a new water line building to transfer water between Israel and the Gaza Strip, near Kibbutz Nirim, on the Israeli side of the Border with the Gaza Strip, September 4, 2019.

Gaza receiving over 70,000 cubic meters of water per day, COGAT claims

Former hostage Matan Angrest speaks to Channel 12's 'Uvda' about his experience in Hamas terror captivity, including torture, broadcast on February 26, 2026.

WATCH: 'I screamed in pain': Former hostage Matan Angrest says Hamas terrorists electrocuted him


Oct. 7 Nahal Oz attack leader killed in joint IDF, Shin Bet operation

Aqilan was in charge of commanding the Nahal Oz massacre on October 7, and has since been behind much of the terrorist activity against IDF troops.

The Israeli Air Force works to fight new and developing threats across the region

‘Oz LeYehuda’ program pairs IDF soldiers with Torah study in memory of fallen commander

The initiative aims to strengthen ties between faith, military service, and the land of Israel.

 IDF soldier prays with tefillin.

Eden Nimri: The courage of her convictions

Eden Nimri

Nahal Oz soldiers said Hamas acted suspiciously, left unarmed before Oct. 7 - BBC

An infantry soldier told the BBC that the sudden drop in terrorist activity in the area ahead of the attack made it feel like "there was nothing, and that was frightening us."

The observation post of Nahal Oz, which was reopened in Camp Reim

Watch: IDF releases unseen footage of October 7 battles, honoring fallen heroes

In one clip, a civilian is seen bandaging an injured soldier, while another shows an IDF fighter identifying and shooting at a drone.

 Sderot Police Statin burning during the terror attack on October 7.

Amir Tibon, Israeli journalist and Oct. 7 survivor, on life, hope and betrayal after the massacre

To many, Amir Tibon's story encapsulated the tragedy of the attack and the day’s moments of lifesaving heroism.

 Israeli journalist Amir Tibon's "The Gates of Gaza" retells his family's experience on Oct. 7 and his country's experience since.

Could critical thinking and logic have mitigated the horrors of October 7 - opinion

With severe lapses in contingency planning and foresight by security experts, it is crucial to reevaluate current practices to prevent future tragedies.

 A SCENE of destruction at Kibbutz Nahal Oz, after the Hamas attack on October 7. Due to a lack of critical thinking, the kibbutz underwent a slaughter that is almost too painful to comprehend, the writer asserts.

Nahal Oz civilian emergency response team left with no guns on Oct. 7

Barry Meirovitch, civilian response team head, spoke to the unofficial civilian prove of Oct. 7 - noting that his community was left unarmed to defend itself.

 The destruction caused by Hamas terrorists in Kibbutz Nahal Oz, near the Israeli-Gaza border, in southern Israel, October 20, 2023

Civilian Oct 7 probe: Hamas regularly approached border fence, IDF response was negligible

"When I asked him what the soldiers were doing, he answered: They go there, wag their finger at them, and come back," Baram said.

 Yair Golan testifies before the committee.

'You'll get married in Gaza': Hostage's sister receives chilling message from Hamas captivity

Despite her situation, Liri managed to send messages to her family via released hostages. She urged her sister not to cancel her post-army trip and humorously cautioned her not to touch her shoes.

 RAINDROPS FALL on a poster of hostage Liri Albag at a rally earlier this year in Yehud, near Tel Aviv.