Young families are choosing to plant roots in northern Israel amid rocket attacks—refusing to let terrorism uproot the communities they love.

A once-vibrant city at Israel’s northern edge, Kiryat Shmona is now battling for renewal as shuttered shops, departing youth, and a lingering post-war emptiness leave residents straining to hold on to hope.

Amidst the chaos of conflict, a few courageous souls in Kiryat Shmona defy evacuation orders, showcasing remarkable resilience and determination.

At least 30 rockets were fired across the border from Lebanon on Wednesday morning.

'It’s hard living with the great unknown,' said Heller Kramer, 62, a retired teacher from Nirim now living in Eilat.

Itamar Kaplan and Bar Givoly live in Kiryat Shmona where the ever-present threat of Hezbollah looms large.