The free world is in a fight against terrorism, according to Yarden Gonen, the big sister of Romi Gonen who has been held hostage in Gaza for over 14 months.
If action is not taken soon to release her sister and all the hostages still in Gaza, “maybe they won’t stay alive, and then it means … the free world let the terrorists win,” Yarden Gonen said.
Yarden Gonen was asleep the morning of Oct. 7, 2023, when her sister called her on the phone. At first, she didn’t answer. She knew her little sister was attending the Nova Music Festival along Israel’s border with Gaza and figured she was only calling to share the experience with her. But it was unusual for Romi Gonen to call so early. Fearing something might be wrong, the elder sister picked up the phone.
“I answered with my eyes closed underneath the blanket and asked her if everything is OK…
