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Three Years After Bedouin Hero Rescued 30 People on Oct. 7, Israel Destroyed His Family’s Homes
Authorities say 14,280 unauthorized structures were demolished in the Negev from 2023 to 2025 as enforcement intensifies under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government.
“After everything we did on Oct. 7, running around and risking our lives, doing whatever we could, none of it has any meaning,” he told the Jewish Telegraphic Agency. “In the end, you’re still Arab."
First, there was a handshake from the president, the highest state awards, and the honor of lighting the ceremonial torch on Independence Day. Three years later, demolition orders and heavy machinery arrived. Israeli authorities demolished the homes of the family members of Yousef Zijadna, who is considered a hero. "After all we did on October 7th, running and risking our lives trying to help, it turns out none of it matters. In the end, you're …