History of Eli Sharabi in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 7, 2025

Eli Sharabi is a resident of Kibbutz Be'eri and a survivor of the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. He was abducted by Hamas militants during the Be'eri massacre and held captive for 491 days before being released as part of the 2025 Hamas-Israel agreement. Tragically, his wife Lian and daughters Noya and Yahel were murdered during the massacre. His brother Yossi was also kidnapped but was later killed after 100 days of captivity. Sharabi's experience highlights the devastating impact of the attack on Israeli civilians.

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February 13, 1972: Eli Sharabi's Birth

On February 13, 1972, Eli (Eliyahu) Sharabi was born.

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April 1995: Meeting Lian Brisley

In April 1995, Eli Sharabi met Lian Brisley, a 20-year-old British volunteer at the kibbutz.

July 2000: Marriage to Lian Brisley

In July 2000, Eli Sharabi married Lian Brisley in a modest ceremony in Bristol.

2007: Birth of Daughter Noya

In 2007, Noya, Eli Sharabi's daughter, was born.

2010: Birth of Daughter Yahel

In 2010, Yahel, Eli Sharabi's daughter, was born.

October 7, 2023: Abduction during Be'eri massacre

On October 7, 2023, Eli Sharabi was abducted from Kibbutz Be'eri during the surprise attack on Israel by Hamas militants, also during the massacre, his wife Lian and their daughters Noya and Yahel were murdered, his brother Yossi was also kidnapped.

February 8, 2025: Release from Captivity

On February 8, 2025, Eli Sharabi was released as part of the 2025 Hamas-Israel agreement, after 491 days in captivity.

May 2025: Publication of 'Hostage'

In May 2025, Eli Sharabi published his book "Hostage" through Sella Meir, describing his captivity experiences. The book quickly sold over 20,000 copies and achieved "Gold Book" status in Israel.