Family With 10 Children Moves to Frontline Community in Northern Israel Amid Security Tensions

Despite heightened security tensions along Israel's northern border, a family with ten children chose to relocate directly to the frontline area. Mitav and Elishiv Segal moved from their familiar settlement of Kedumim in the West Bank to the moshav Shtula in the Western Galilee. This move represents not only a geographic change but also a significant settlement effort, highlighting the contrast between relatively secure central Israel and active conflict zones.

In an interview on the program "HaOlam HaBoker," the couple explained their decision and sense of mission. Elishiv, who served in reserve duty both in Gaza and on the northern border, said that after spending time in the north last winter, he felt the region needed people and began searching for a place to live there with Mitav. Their parents, who helped found Kedumim, also joined the move.

Mitav described the challenge of convincing their children to relocate, emphasizing open and gradual communication to avoid sudden changes. Upon arriving at Shtula, the family immediately felt a strong connection. Mitav said, "When we arrived at the moshav, our hearts opened." Elishiv added that the warm welcome from the community and the Ma'ale Yosef Regional Council made them feel an immediate sense of belonging. The move, driven by a deep Zionist commitment to the land of Israel, has thus come to life with the family finding their new home.