Hannah Katzir, a 76-year-old former hostage who died from health complications following her captivity in Gaza, has been officially recognized as a victim of the October 7 attack. She was kidnapped alongside her son during a brutal Hamas assault and released during a ceasefire on November 24, 2023. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed condolences, emphasizing the government’s commitment to bringing all hostages home. The attack resulted in significant casualties, and the kibbutz Nir Oz, where Katzir lived, suffered heavy losses with nearly 30 deaths.