At We Believe in Israel, we are proud to unveil Voices in Captivity: Understanding the Hostages of October 7, a booklet that seeks to cut through the apathy and confusion surrounding one of the most egregious atrocities of our time. It is not merely an account of events but a call to action—a challenge to confront what remains of our moral courage.
This publication examines the plight of over 100 hostages—men, women, and children—who are still held captive in Gaza. Among them is Kfir Bibas, a child who will turn two on January 18. Instead of a day filled with laughter and love, his birthday will pass in the brutal shadow of captivity. To imagine such innocence enduring such barbarity is to confront the depths of our collective failure.
We felt it imperative to release this booklet now because the world’s attention is slipping. The moral outrage that initially swept across the globe has been dulled by distraction and disinterest. How else can one explain the muted response to the ongoing captivity of children, the elderly, and the innocent? What does it say about us as a civilisation if we cannot muster the strength to stand up for a toddler?
Voices in Captivity is our refusal to accept that silence. It is a response to a society that has grown desensitised to human suffering, and a challenge to those who look away.
The hostages’ captivity is not only a crime—it is an indictment of the global community’s inaction. Each day they remain in Gaza is a day in which the moral fabric of our world is further degraded. These stories are not just accounts of despair; they are an urgent plea for humanity to wake up, to act, and to fight for justice.
As Douglas Murray has so often reminded us, the measure of a society lies in its willingness to defend what is good and true. This is our moment to show we still care. This booklet is a testament to the resilience of those who refuse to yield to terror and a rallying cry for all who believe in the sanctity of life.
The voices of the hostages cry out for justice. Let us ensure they are heard.
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