Hostage Survivor Eli Sharabi Blames Prime Minister for October 7 Failures

Hostage survivor Eli Sharabi stated on Thursday that he believes the Prime Minister bears responsibility for the failures leading up to the October 7th Hamas attacks. Speaking on Kan News, Sharabi asserted, "I think every three-year-old child understands that the Prime Minister is responsible." He made these remarks ahead of the third anniversary of the October 7th events, which falls next week, and as he prepares to lead a memorial ceremony organized by the "Komo" movement.

Sharabi described the upcoming week as "very complex" for him, noting that it includes his daughters Noa and Yahel's birthdays, followed by the anniversary of the attacks. He expressed that his thoughts are constantly with his family members who were taken hostage: Noa, Yahel, Lian, and Yossi.

Distinguishing between blame and responsibility, Sharabi said, "Blame is something that belongs to investigative committees and courts, but responsibility is a very clear concept." He reiterated his belief in the Prime Minister's responsibility, adding, "I don't need a Prime Minister who is not responsible."

Reflecting on his life since his release from captivity, Sharabi shared that during his captivity, he focused on surviving by counting every minute and avoiding mistakes. Upon his return, he felt a sense of security and is now focused on rebuilding his life and preventing triggers from disrupting it.

In related news, Sharabi and Shani Cohen will co-host the national memorial ceremony. Sharabi's book, "They Will Never Forget What Happened," has achieved a rare success in the United States.