Michael Douglas shows support for Israeli community impacted by Hamas attack
- Michael Douglas visits an Israeli kibbutz affected by a recent Hamas attack.
- The attack led to increased tensions between Israel and the Islamic militant group.
- Douglas's gesture of solidarity sparks hope and resilience in the community.
Michael Douglas visited an Israeli kibbutz that was badly affected by a Hamas attack on October 7. The attack led to a war between Israel and the militant group. The kibbutz, called Be’eri, suffered a lot, with about 100 people killed and 30 taken hostage. Douglas met with the kibbutz members and saw the homes destroyed in the attack. He also visited a place where over 300 people were killed during a music party. Israel's president, Isaac Herzog, gave Douglas a necklace and a pin as symbols of support for the hostages still held by Hamas. Douglas expressed hope for the hostages' release. He criticized some American protesters for supporting Palestine, saying they lacked education and knowledge. Many American celebrities and politicians have visited Israel's southern region near Gaza since the attack on October 7.