Hostage's Mother Apologizes to Captives, Demands Accountability
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Einav Tzengauker, mother of a released hostage, posted a message of apology to hostages and a demand for accountability on the three-year anniversary of the October 7th attack. She expressed deep sorrow for those killed and survivors, and called for the resignation of all leaders responsible for the "terrible failure." Tzengauker vowed to fight for Israel's future and leadership change, stating that "everyone who had their hand on the wheel on the day the country abandoned its citizens must go home." The message also included a personal reflection on the trauma of October 7th and a commitment to rebuilding the nation.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Einav Tzengauker apologized to hostages and survivors, demanding accountability from leaders responsible for the October 7th failures.
- She called for the resignation of all officials who "had their hand on the wheel" when citizens were abandoned.
- Tzengauker reflected on the ongoing trauma of October 7th and her determination to fight for Israel's future.
- She vowed to build a nation that listens to warnings and protects its citizens.
- The message was posted on the three-year anniversary of the Hamas attack.
- Journalist Gideon Oku shared an anecdote about a hostile message from a senior advisor to the Prime Minister.
Einav Tzengauker, mother of released hostage Matan Tzengauker and fiancée Ilana Gritzewski, who were abducted by Hamas on October 7th, has become a prominent figure in the campaign for the return of hostages. Marking three years since the Hamas attack, Tzengauker posted on X (formerly Twitter), expressing deep sorrow for hostages killed in captivity and apologizing to survivors and soldiers who risked their lives.
In her post, she specifically mentioned Matan and Ilana, as well as other hostages like Natalie and Shani, and the female observers who warned of the attack. Tzengauker conveyed the profound pain of families who waited for loved ones, only to receive tragic news, and apologized to released hostages for not bringing them home sooner. She also extended apologies to the fallen, bereaved families, and reservists and their families, who have carried the nation's burden for three years.
Tzengauker recalled the harrowing moments of October 7th at 6:29 AM, describing the constant pain that has never subsided. She stated that seeing the pain, anger, and brokenness in Israelis fuels her hope and determination to fight for her country. She pledged to mourn the fallen and embrace the returned, but vowed to demand truth, responsibility, and repair starting the next day.
She called for the resignation of all those responsible for the "terrible failure" on October 7th, stating, "Everyone who had their hand on the wheel on the day the country abandoned its citizens must go home." Tzengauker expressed her commitment to building a nation that listens to warnings, protects its children, and leaves no one behind, creating a safe and proud homeland.
Despite politician Yair Golan not including her in his party's slate, Tzengauker affirmed her fight for Israel's future and leadership change. She promised to continue fighting for the country, its children, truth, and hope, just as they fought for Matan's return. Journalist Gideon Oku shared an anecdote about receiving a hateful message from a senior advisor to the Prime Minister during the early days of the war, which he interpreted as revealing the administration's focus.
She concluded by stating, "Today we will cry. Tomorrow we will begin to repair. And we will win." The post was accompanied by a screenshot of her message and a date stamp of October 7, 2026, indicating a future perspective on the ongoing struggle.
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