FreedomFest 2026

On June 8, 2024, Israeli special forces from the Yamam counter-terrorism unit, Shin Bet, and the IDF launched a meticulously planned, high-risk operation to rescue four hostages kidnapped from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023. The rescue unfolded in broad daylight with split-second timing: simultaneous raids on two locations, intense firefights, a vehicle extraction under heavy fire, and aerial support. The mission succeeded against overwhelming odds, but not without profound sacrifice. Through gripping firsthand accounts from rescuers, freed hostages, families, and military personnel, “Operation Arnon” reveals the extraordinary planning, human cost, and unbreakable spirit behind one of the most audacious special operations of our time. It is a story of hope enduring in darkness, where ordinary heroes risk everything so others might live.