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Former hostage’s joyful news touches Israeli hearts

Taking to Instagram over the weekend, Doron announced that she is expecting her third child with her husband Yoni.

By Jewish Breaking News

While much of the news surrounding Israel’s darkest day on October 7 remains somber, occasionally a story emerges that offers a ray of hope.

One such story is that of Doron Katz-Asher, who was taken hostage by Hamas terrorists while visiting family in Kibbutz Nir Oz on that fateful day.

Along with her daughters Raz (4) and Aviv (2), Doron endured 49 days of captivity in the hell pits of Gaza before being released in a temporary truce deal.

Despite losing her mother in the attack and some family members still missing, Doron has found the strength to embrace new beginnings and hope for the future.

Taking to Instagram over the weekend, Doron announced that she is expecting her third child with her husband Yoni.

‘Bringing life into the world, a year after I almost lost my own, is the greatest gift we could ask for in the new year. My ray of light in the darkness,’ Doron wrote.

As per the Jerusalem Post, Doron and her family recently spent time at the home of Lea Schenirer, a well-known supporter who’s been helping to share their story to German media.

Schenirer, who lives in the upscale neighborhood of Herzliya Pituach, posted some photos of the visit on social media. Showing off Doron’s growing baby bump, the pictures quickly went viral and drew warm wishes from thousands of followers.

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