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RNAS Yeovilton's satellite site RNAS Merryfield recently hosted the South West Cross Country Championships.

The event was a success with 640 athletes competing from under 11 to over 60 year olds.

Nineteen children anxiously await the return of their father, Yussef Elziadana, a 53-year-old Bedouin Arab Israeli currently held captive by Hamas in Gaza. 

Yussef, who dedicated 17 years to working at Kibbutz Holit, left his home on October 7th to tend to the cows, only to be kidnapped at 7:50 in the morning along with his children Hamza, Bilal, and Ayasha. While Bilal and Ayasha have been released, Yussef and Hamza remain in captivity.

Yussef is recognized as a beloved, noble, and peace-loving man who often mediates disputes between people. His passion for life, human connections, and social interactions is evident through his initiative to organize gatherings. Additionally, Yussef tends to his garden, raises sheep, and expresses a deep love for nature and agriculture.

It's crucial to note that Yussef, who is diabetic, requires insulin for his health. The urgency lies in reuniting him with his family, as 19 children yearn for the return of their father. Yussef Alziadana's situation demands immediate attention and action to bring him back to his loved ones.