A reunion of Israelis who were children during the 1976 Entebbe hostage crisis has revealed a deep sense of disillusionment following the October 7th attacks. The former hostages, taken by Palestinian terrorists and rescued by Israeli commandos, gathered to honor the paratrooper left paralyzed during the operation. However, they expressed that the recent events have shaken their long-held belief in Israel’s ability and willingness to protect its citizens. They had previously held onto the Entebbe rescue as proof of Israel's commitment to saving its people, regardless of distance or difficulty. This faith, they say, has now been shattered by the state’s response – or perceived lack thereof – to the attacks. The reunion served as a poignant reminder of past trauma, compounded by present anxieties about national security. They question whether the promise of rescue extends to all Israelis today.