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On 7 October 2023, a couple in their 60s, Rachel and David Edry (Edri), were held captive in their home in Ofakim, Israel, by Hamas militants during a large-scale invasion from the Gaza Strip. The incident lasted for approximately 20 hours and ended with their successful rescue by Israeli security forces. Following the incident, Rachel Edry gained national fame and became a cultural icon in Israel, symbolizing resilience and courage in the face of adversity. Her image and story were widely circulated in the media, inspiring various forms of artistic expression and becoming a part of popular culture.[1]
- ^ "Coffee and cookies: How a hostage kept her terrorist captors distracted till rescue". The Times of Israel. 9 October 2023.