From 700 murdered relatives to 3 survivors: Holocaust descendant leads Israeli forces after Oct 7 attacks

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by Efrat LachterJanuary 27, 2026 at 08:08 PM

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Col. (Res.) Eli Konigsberg, deputy commander in Israel's Home Front Command, leads Israeli forces following the October 7th attacks, carrying the weight of his family's Holocaust history. Both of Konigsberg's parents were Holocaust survivors; his father, from a family of 700, was one of only three to survive, while his mother's parents and sisters were murdered after being reported by neighbors. Konigsberg's father was later detained by British authorities before finally reaching Israel after its independence and fighting in multiple wars. The Holocaust was a constant presence in Konigsberg's childhood, shaping his sense of responsibility and leading him to serve over 36 years in Israel's reserve forces. He emphasizes the importance of remembrance as fewer Holocaust survivors remain to share their experiences.

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