Rada and Raif experienced a harrowing terrorist attack during what was supposed to be a vacation in Israel. The horror began at 6:30 AM with alarms and gunfire. They found themselves under a barrage of bullets and rockets, with death seemingly imminent. Raif witnessed terrorists lynching a man, realizing the gravity of the situation. The pair reunited near a damaged Israeli tank, surrounded by horrific sights. Their attempt to operate the tank failed, and they endured an RPG hit that sent them flying. With no other option, they hid under the tank with about 15 others. Calls for help were futile as the police were overwhelmed. Despite the dire circumstances, Raif maintained a belief in survival. They spent hours in fear, hearing constant gunfire and explosions, unsure if help would ever arrive. The situation tested their physical and mental endurance as they tried to
keep themselves and others calm amid the chaos. The tragedy deepened as they learned many of their friends had been murdered. Their testimony vividly illustrates the terror and chaos of the event, as well as the courage and resourcefulness required to survive such a nightmarish experience. Rada and Raif’s account provides a stark picture of the sudden and brutal nature of the attack, the helplessness felt by civilians, and the lasting trauma inflicted on survivors.