Journalist Amir Tibon has been awarded the 2026 Sami Rohr Prize for his book detailing his family’s experience during the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel. The book recounts how Tibon’s father, a retired IDF major general, played a crucial role in protecting his son and the rest of the family during the massacre at Kibbutz Nahal Oz. The award recognizes literary excellence and Jewish values demonstrated in the work. Tibon’s account provides a personal and harrowing perspective on the events of that day. The Sami Rohr Prize specifically honors works of Jewish literature that explore themes of identity and resilience. This recognition highlights the importance of documenting and understanding the impact of the October 7th attacks. The book offers a firsthand narrative of survival amidst unimaginable circumstances.