Hanna Katzir
Gender: Female
Age when taken: 77
Citizenship: Israel
Occupation: Kibbutz Nanny and Laundromat Attendant
Hostage status: Still Captive, Confirmed Deceased
More about Hanna: Redeemed alive on November 24th, 2023, during the 7 Day Ceasefire
Her husband, Avraham “Rami” was murdered on October 7th, while her son, Elad, was murdered while in captivity
Was born to Holocaust survivors
Has 3 children: Elad, Avital, and Carmit
Has continued to work in the Kibbutz Nir Oz laundromat, out of concern for soldiers serving on the kibbutz
A nurturing presence not only to her own family but also to the wider community
Developed severe heart problems due to the harsh conditions and starvation experienced while in captivity
Related Hostage: Elad Katzir, son, (Redeemed/Confirmed Deceased)
Primary Sources:
Times of Israel, Released hostage Hanna Katzir, 78, in dire medical condition, family says, Dec 06, 2023
NPR, The long, lonely fight of an Israeli hostage's sister, who fears time is running out, Mar 10, 2024
Ynet, 'Where is Elad?' Released hostage asks for her son, unaware he is held captive, Nov 26, 2023
Times of Israel, Hanna Katzir, 77 freed; son Elad still captive in Gaza, Nov 24, 2023
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Return of hostages, December 01, 2023
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Date Last Updated: May 5th, 2024