Tag #Kibbutz Manara

What immediate actions were taken by Kibbutz Manara in response to the escalating threat from Hezbollah, and what were the direct consequences of these actions?

On October 7th, 2023, the attack on Southern Israel prompted the preemptive evacuation of Kibbutz Manara, a northern border community fearing a coordinated Hezbollah attack. Approximately 300 residents, including 85 children, were dispersed throughout Israel, seeking refuge with friends and family. The kibbutz, a historically resilient community, experienced significant structural damage from Hezbollah attacks and subsequent IDF operations.