Each Name, a World: The Loved Ones Still Missing After 600 Days

600 Days in Captivity: The Faces Behind the Numbers

Before you scroll further - pause.

600 days have passed since October 7. 600 sunrises and 600 sunsets in which the light dimmed for thousands of Israeli families.

Behind this number, 600, are terrified eyes still staring at tunnel ceilings, wounded hearts trying to remember the sound of children's laughter, and starved bodies reduced to statistics.

These are not just "hostages." They are our brothers. Our sisters. The shoulders we grew up on, the hearts we should feel beating within our own.

They are not far away. They are here - woven into the fabric of our daily lives, even if we’ve gotten used to moving on.

Today, after 600 days of screaming silence, we stop. To remember. To feel. To pray.

Each name is a world. Every face, a universe.

Ariel Cunio (27, Nir Oz)

Kidnapped with his longtime partner Arbel Yehud, Ariel is from a deeply rooted kibbutz family. His brother David and sister-in-law Sharon, along with their 3-year-old twin daughters, were also abducted. While the others were released after 52 days, Ariel remains in Gaza. A beloved young man, Ariel is remembered for his deep ties to community and kin.

Alon Ohel (22, Lavon)

Dragged into a Hamas vehicle from the Nova music festival, Alon was last seen alive in captivity. A vibrant young man from the Galilee, he loved music and gatherings. His family clings to the hope of seeing his smile again.

Eitan Horn (37, Kfar Saba)

A former officer and devoted father, Eitan was abducted from Nir Oz alongside his older brother, Yair. Yair was later released; Eitan was not. In a harrowing Hamas video, Eitan pleads not to separate families. His own awaits his return with fierce love and sorrow.

Avinatan Or (32, Tel Aviv)

Seen in the infamous footage of his partner Noa Argamani being taken on a motorcycle, Avinatan was separated and dragged by Hamas fighters. His mother lives between despair and hope, believing in his resilience.

Elkana Bohbot (36, Mevaseret Zion)

A devoted family man who stayed to help the wounded at the Nova festival. He was abducted after heroically evacuating injured revelers. Later seen in a chilling video, he pleads for help from captivity.

Evyatar David (23, Kfar Saba)

A gifted musician who tried to help friends during the attack before vanishing. His family keeps his room intact, waiting for his return.

Bipin Joshi (24, Nepal)

A Nepali agricultural student abducted while working in the Gaza envelope. Friends recall his courage, throwing a grenade to save others. He suffers from allergies and may need medical care.

Ziv Berman (27, Kibbutz Kfar Aza)

Kidnapped with his twin brother Gali while trying to rescue a neighbor. The twins were separated in captivity. Their mother prepares a new home, hoping they will return to inaugurate it together.

Gali Berman (27, Kibbutz Kfar Aza)

Captured alongside Ziv and a neighbor. Known for his kindness and bravery, Gali is now believed to be held in harsh conditions.

David Cunio (33, Nir Oz)

Father of twins, David physically blocked the safe room door for five hours before being overpowered. His wife and daughters were released; David remains in Gaza.

Eitan Mor (23, Jerusalem)

A tech student working security at Nova, Eitan became the spokesperson for fellow hostages, encouraging unity and negotiating with captors. His family isn’t surprised, he’s always been a leader.

Maxim Harkin (36, Tirat Carmel)

A lighting technician at Nova, Maxim was kidnapped minutes after reassuring his mother via text. His voice was later heard in a Hamas video.

Omri Miran (48, Nahal Oz)

Father of two, separated from his family at gunpoint and abducted. His family received indications he was alive months after the kidnapping.

Netpong Pinta (35, Thailand)

A Thai avocado farm worker kidnapped during the attack. His wife and young son wait anxiously for updates.

Bar Avraham Kuperstein (23, Holon)

A security guard at Nova who rescued many before being captured. Later seen injured and bound, pleading captors to help his wounded friend first.

Guy Gilboa-Dalal (22, Tel Aviv)

Known for his love of Japan and anime, Guy disappeared after being seen hiding during the attack. His family campaigns globally for his release.

Nimrod Cohen (20, Be'er Sheva)

Tank soldier captured after a brutal battle. Fellow hostages said he was beaten due to language barriers. His message: "I'm okay. I love you."

Matan Zangauker (24, Nir Oz)

Kidnapped with his fiancée, who was later released. His mother leads public campaigns, saying: "Matan is our crown."

Tamir Nimrodi (19, Kibbutz Be'eri)

Volunteered for duty on October 7. Captured after fellow soldiers were killed. Officially declared fallen months later, though his mother still dreams he's alive.

Matan Angrest (20, Kiryat Bialik)

Tankist who was seen wounded in captivity. A video confirmed he is alive but in danger due to lack of treatment.

Segev Kalfon (27, Dimona)

Witnessed being kidnapped by a friend. Later reports suggest he is alive but mentally deteriorating in Gaza.

Rom Breslavsky (21, Jerusalem)

Saved many at Nova before being captured. Recently released hostage Sasha Trufanov provided the first public sign of life from captive Rom in March 2025.

Yosef Chaim Ohana (23, Ra'anana)

Last seen helping the wounded. Red Cross confirmed he is alive in captivity. His instruments wait untouched.

Gadi Haggai (73, Nir Oz)

Declared murdered months later. His body remains in Gaza. A respected musician and community pillar.

Itay Chen (19, Netanya)

Tank commander declared missing, later confirmed murdered. A brutal video showed him wounded before death.

Judy Weinstein-Haggai (70, Nir Oz)

Weinstein was killed alongside husband Gadi Haggai while out for a morning walk on October 7th.

Eliahu Margalit (75, Nir Oz)

Beloved kibbutz elder and horse caretaker. Murdered in captivity. His stable now honors his name.

Eitan Levi (53, Bat Yam)

Taxi driver abducted and murdered en route to Be'eri. A heartbreaking Telegram video documented the abuse of his body.

Sahar Baruch (25, Be'eri)

Kidnapped wounded; killed during a failed rescue mission. His family mourns both the loss and the manner.

Ilan Weiss (56, Be'eri)

Emergency squad member. Murdered during the defense of his kibbutz. His wife and daughters were also kidnapped but returned.

Ofra Keidar (70, Be'eri)

Snatched on her morning walk. Later declared murdered. Her daughter with special needs still awaits her mother.

Joshua Mollel (21, Tanzania)

Agriculture student. Kidnapped and murdered. A moving memorial was held in his honor.

Tal Haimi (41, Nir Yitzhak)

Security chief. Fought to protect his community. Killed in action. His wife gave birth days later without him.

Aryeh Zalman Zalmanovich (86, Nir Oz)

The oldest hostage. Died in captivity due to lack of medicine. His family pleads for the return of his body.

Ran Gavili (24, Meitar)

Injured during rescue missions, later confirmed murdered. Father of twins. His last message: "I'm hurt, but it's okay."

Aviv Atsili (49, Nir Oz)

Kidnapped with wife Liat, who returned. Aviv was murdered and buried later. His art and spirit live on.

Dror Or (49, Be'eri)

Murdered while protecting his kids. His surviving children now grow up without parents.

Tamir Eder (38, Nir Oz)

Community defender and hero. Died from injuries in captivity. The community center now bears his name.

Ronen Engel (54, Nir Oz)

Photographer and family man. Abducted and murdered. Buried with honor after a daring IDF recovery.

Inbar Hayman (27, Haifa)

Mental health volunteer. Abducted unconscious. Later declared murdered. Her community mourns deeply.

Yonatan Samrano (21, Tel Aviv)

Abducted and murdered. His mother accuses UNRWA staff of participation. His favorite football club honors him.

Guy Iluz (26, Tel Aviv)

Last seen wounded and abducted. Later declared murdered. His final voicemail: "I love you. I'm bleeding."

Yair Yaakov (59, Nir Oz)

Abducted with his family. All others returned, he did not. His daughter lit a torch on Independence Day in his memory.

Asaf Hamami (41, Kiryat Ono)

Senior officer. Fought and fell protecting Nir Yitzhak. His body was later recovered in a complex IDF operation.

Lior Rodaf (61, Nir Yitzhak)

Veteran kibbutz member. Captured wounded. His children fight for his return, showing his image to world leaders.

Muhammad al-Atrash (39, Bedouin village)

Fell in defense of southern Gaza border. Father of 13. His body was abducted and only recently returned.

Manny Goddard (74, Be'eri)

Survivor from England. Murdered and his body abducted. Returned in a later deal, buried beside his wife.

This is not just a list. These are lives interrupted, stolen, extinguished. Their stories demand justice.

600 days is too long. Bring them home.