Body of Idan Shtivi Recovered After 693 Days in Gaza
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Tsahal and shin bet forces have recovered the remains of Idan Shtivi, nearly two years after his abduction following the October 7th massacre at the Nova music festival.
A Photographer’s Last Act of Kindness
Idan Shtivi, 24, was at the Nova festival intending too photograph friends performing when Hamas launched its attack on October 7, 2023. Tho he hadn’t yet entered the festival grounds, he instantly prioritized the safety of others.
Witness accounts detail how Idan assisted a young couple he had just met in escaping the unfolding chaos. This selfless act tragically led to his own capture and subsequent death.
“Idan always thought of others and sacrificed himself for others,” shared his family.
Delayed confirmation of Death
Initially listed as a living hostage, the confirmation of Idan’s death was withheld until October 7, 2024 - the first anniversary of the war. Investigations revealed he was killed on the day of the attack, with his body subsequently held in Gaza.
A Life cut Short
Idan was described by the Hostage Families Forum as a passionate lover of nature, photography, and animals. He was deeply devoted to dogs and was preparing to begin his second year of studies in lasting development and governance at Reichman University.
Ongoing Hostage Crisis
The recovery of Idan’s remains serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing hostage crisis. As of this report, 48 hostages remain in Gaza, with approximately 26 believed to be deceased, according to Ilan Weiss and reports from the Hostage Families Forum.
Remembering Idan
Idan is survived by his parents, Eli and Dalit, three brothers, and his partner, Stav.
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