Mother of Shani Louk Reflects on Daughter's Abduction and the Waning Public Memory of October 7
Ricarda Louk, the mother of Shani Louk, a German citizen who was abducted and murdered by Hamas terrorists during the Nova music festival on October 7, has spoken out about the enduring trauma of her daughter's death. In an interview with the German Jewish newspaper Judische Allgemeine, Ricarda expressed her disbelief at how the memory of the massacre has faded in public discourse, particularly in Germany. Shani's abduction was widely publicized, with images of her body in a pickup truck surrounded by terrorists circulating globally. Despite the initial shock and international attention, Ricarda notes that discussions have shifted away from the events of October 7 to broader debates about the conflict in Gaza. She criticizes the lack of sustained pressure on Hamas to release hostages and end the conflict, highlighting the disproportionate burden placed on Israel. 
