As Jewish people mark Passover, symbolizing freedom, many Israelis face emptiness at their holiday tables due to hostages held in Gaza since October. The festival’s spirit is dimmed by ongoing conflict, displacing thousands and halting celebrations. Families, urged to leave empty chairs for captives, grapple with sorrow and uncertainty. Mediation efforts stall amid political deadlock. For those displaced, communal seders offer solace amidst displacement. The holiday, intertwined with freedom and longing for home, resonates deeply as Israelis navigate a landscape overshadowed by conflict and captivity.
Passover Shadowed by Gaza Hostages
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