Rabbi Voices Plea on Behalf of Noam Sagi for Hostage Aid and Release Efforts

Noam Sagi, a British man whose 75-year-old mother, Ada, was taken hostage by Hamas from her home in Kibbutz Nir Oz near the Gaza border, has made a heartfelt appeal for the creation of a humanitarian corridor in Gaza. Speaking on behalf of Sagi during a vigil in London’s Parliament Square, Rabbi Jeremy Gordon emphasised Ada’s dedication to fostering peace between Jews and Arabs. He urged international and governmental action to free all hostages, especially vulnerable groups like children and the elderly.

The vigil, attended by hundreds, featured speeches, prayers, and testimonials, including a harrowing recount from Lital, a survivor of the Nova music festival attack. Rabbi Gordon stressed that a humanitarian corridor is essential to allow organisations to assess and provide for hostages’ needs, citing Ada’s need for ongoing medical support. The gathering highlighted the urgent need for both British and Israeli governments to intensify efforts for hostages’ safe release and to collaborate with any capable entity to secure their freedom.

Sagi, who has described the situation as akin to a “second Holocaust,” shared his frustration and deep sense of loss, calling on the British Government to take a direct role in offering support. He reaffirmed his mother’s lifelong dedication to peace and urged the Israeli government to prioritise the hostages’ release. Rabbi Gordon concluded with Sagi’s plea for humane actions, highlighting his continued compassion for people across all backgrounds, even amid the crisis.