Wife of Hostage Omri Miran Shares 732 Days of Heartbreak and Hope

The Day of the Attack

• 💔 On October 7th, 2023, at 6:29 AM, alarms sounded and rockets fell as Hamas terrorists infiltrated their home near the Gaza border.
• 🏠 Omri Miran, his wife Lishay, and their two young daughters, Roni (2) and Elma (6 months), were forced from their safe room by five terrorists.
• 👨‍👧‍👦 After being held in another home for four hours, Omri was taken hostage in front of his family, while Lishay and Elma were eventually released by the IDF that evening.

Living with the Pain of Captivity

• 👧 Roni, now four, vividly remembers the traumatic events, including the knife, guns, and her father being taken, along with his last hug.
• 👶 Elma, now two and a half, knows the story from Roni and her mother but only recognizes Omri from photos and longs to meet him.
• 💪 Lishay is determined to bring Omri home for his daughters and herself, while also striving to provide them with a happy childhood despite the immense pain and memories.

Omri Miran: Husband, Father, and Healer

• ❤️ Omri is described as a wonderful father who waited until age 44 to become one, cherishing his time with Roni and Elma, taking them on trips and reading to them.
• 🌿 He is a shiatsu healer and therapist who also worked in the kibbutz garden, known for being friendly, helpful, and having a big smile that reaches his eyes.
• 😔 Recent videos show Omri looking tired, starved, and not smiling, a stark contrast to his usual demeanor, which is deeply distressing for his family.

Hope Amidst Ongoing Negotiations

• 🕊️ Lishay remains realistic about the negotiations with Hamas but holds onto hope for Omri's safe return, believing he will come back on his own legs.
• 🙏 She draws strength from her faith, her daughters, and the belief that Omri feels their energy and prayers, which helps him survive.
• 🇺🇸 Gratitude is expressed towards President Trump and his administration for their efforts in bringing all 48 hostages home and ending the war, allowing Israelis to rebuild and live freely.

A Plea for Return

• 🫂 Lishay hopes for the day when Omri hears Roni and Elma call him "Abba" (daddy) again and receives a big hug, believing his return is imminent.