«The two American hostages are currently in an Israeli military base in the center of the country». This was stated by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office.
Yeudit Raanan and daughter Natalie they “were welcomed at the border with the Strip and are now expected in the military base by their relatives”. The two women were taken over by General Gali Hirsch, responsible for the hostages and missing persons, and by the security forces. The prime minister’s office then recalled that the two were kidnapped by the Hamas terrorist organization “in a sudden and deadly attack last October 7th while they were guests in the Nahal Oz kibbutz”. “The government and the army – concluded Netanyahu’s office – will continue to act to the best of their ability to recover all the missing and bring the hostages home.”
Yeudit Raanan and her daughter Natalie were “welcomed at the border with the Strip and are now expected in the military base by their relatives”. The two women were taken over by General Gali Hirsch, responsible for the hostages and missing persons, and by the security forces. The prime minister’s office then recalled that the two were kidnapped by the Hamas terrorist organization “in a sudden and deadly attack last October 7th while they were guests in the Nahal Oz kibbutz”. “The government and the army – concluded Netanyahu’s office – will continue to act to the best of their ability to recover all the missing and bring the hostages home.”
Judithalso known as Yehudit in Hebrew, it is a woman energetic And dedicated to his family and his Jewish religion. She was born in Israel, she currently lives in Chicago, where she actively participates in the services of Saturday and stands out for his skill in the kitchen, especially in the preparation of dishes Israelis. Additionally, she enjoys painting, creating works of art often inspired by stories of the Bible and the culture of Israel.
Judith has also created a line of skin care products called by his mother’s name, Tamarand work like home assistant for elderly people. He has a strong connection with Israel and he really wants to go back. Like many American Jews, she feels torn between the United States and Israel, but Israel is the place closest to her heart.
His daughter, Natalie, shares this bond with Israel and, despite life as a typical American teenager, maintains relations with that country. After finishing high school in Illinois, she decided to get a gap year to explore fashion and interior design.
Judith is known for her eloquencehis love for the debates, and his generous spirit. He often participates in the celebrations of Saturday with friends, whom he cares a lot about and considers a second family. Over time, he is becoming more and more observant in his wedding ringfollowing food laws kosherand organizing meetings for women where we discuss Judaism And politics.
Even when it’s in Israel, Judith maintains contact with friends and manifests her spirituality by visiting sacred places. She has a soul sensitive and deep, and tries to keep his daughter’s connection to Israel strong.
The words of the brother
«When I see her again, I think there will be no words to express what is happening. There will be an intense hug, bigger than words.” They are the words of Ben Raanan, the brother of Natalie, a 17-year-old Israeli-American released with her mother Judith after two weeks of captivity in the hands of Hamas. They are the first hostages to be freed and have rekindled hopes for the over 200 who still remain in the hands of the Islamist group