Ex-hostage Omri Miran to lead Salon Otef gathering to share his story with public
Miran, who was released from Gaza after 738 days in captivity, said that he views telling the stories of what happened as "an immensely important national mission, a life mission."
Former hostage Omri Miran, who endured 738 days in captivity during the October 7 massacre, will lead a nationwide Salon Otef initiative to share his personal experience and that of others affected by the tragedy. The Salon Otef gatherings, organized by the Hostages and Families Organization (255), will take place at 450 locations throughout Israel, bringing together returned hostages, family members, survivors, bereaved families, and members of the security and rescue forces.
The initiative aims to address the ongoing challenges faced since the massacre, including coping with loss, rehabilitation, returning home, and rebuilding. Salon Otef seeks to provide a platform for firsthand testimonies and open discussions, with the stories told by those who lived through the events. Miran views sharing the stories as an "immensely important national mission" and stresses the importance of hearing firsthand accounts to truly understand the full impact of October 7.
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