More than 2,000 babies who arrived in Israel during the 1949 relocation of Yemenite Jews are suspected to have been victims of irregular adoption. The mystery of the Yemenite Children Affair is drawing attention as the truth behind their disappearance remains elusive. The babies were separated from their parents while staying in transit camps, leading to allegations that they were given up for adoption without their parents’ knowledge. Some of the infants may have been raised by wealthy childless Israeli and American couples.
“Operation Magic Carpet” brought almost 50,000 Yemenite Jews to Israel, where most settled. However, the fate of the separated babies has left many unanswered questions. It is unclear whether the infants died from childhood illnesses or if there is a darker truth behind their disappearance. Israel has recently acknowledged the state’s involvement in the Yemenite Children Affair and has launched a redress scheme, but the full extent of what happened remains unclear.
The documentary film sheds light on this disturbing chapter in Israel’s history, revealing the aftermath of the relocation and the impact it had on the families involved. The search for answers continues as the families of the missing babies seek closure and justice for their loved ones. The Yemenite Children Affair is a tragic reminder of a dark period in Israeli history that has left lasting scars on the families affected.
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