An Arab surgeon who is a naturalized Israeli citizen working in Tel Aviv. He has distanced himself from the political conflicts of his homeland to focus entirely on his medical career and comfortable middle-class life. His objective worldview is shattered following a horrific bombing that forces him to reexamine his identity, his history, and his marriage.

An Israeli doctor working alongside Amin. As his former romantic partner and current close friend, she provides deep emotional support and acts as his primary caregiver during his periods of crisis. Though she attempts to counsel caution, her deep desire to help often leads her to indulge his increasingly risky impulses.

Amin's wife, a woman who previously enjoyed a luxurious existence and frequent global travel. Her sudden death and alleged connection to a massive explosion leave a profound void in Amin's life. The mystery surrounding her true beliefs and hidden movements drives the central investigation of the story.

A senior Israeli police official who is heavily involved in the investigation of terror attacks. He is a practical officer who attempts to balance his professional duties with his personal concern for his friends.

The director of the hospital in Tel Aviv. He helped Amin secure his position when the younger man was a newly naturalized citizen facing heavy prejudice, acting as a stabilizing mentor.

A doctor at the Tel Aviv hospital who harbors deep-seated prejudices against Arabs after losing his brother in Lebanon. He is highly suspicious of Amin and jealous of his professional success.

Amin's foster sister. She lives a troubled life in a conflict-ridden city, presenting a sharp contrast to Amin's wealthy existence in Tel Aviv.

Leila's husband and Amin's brother-in-law. He is depicted as a cowardly, weak-willed man who becomes highly anxious when questioned about local political figures or his family's activities.

Amin's nephew and Yasser's son. Unlike the rest of the Palestinian branch of the family, he frequently travels into Israeli territory and is heavily involved in local political movements.

Kim's grandfather and a Holocaust survivor. He built his own home by the sea to focus on looking forward rather than continually dwelling on past trauma.

The chief elder of Amin's tribe. He is a former warrior and arms dealer who has survived multiple conflicts and acts as the respected patriarch of the extended family.

Omr's grandson, a teenager who carries a pistol and operates within the conflict zones of Palestine.

A younger, unmarried relative in Amin's extended family who lives in the increasingly unstable tribal lands.

An older Jewish man living near the tribal lands who provides a friendly, philosophical perspective on the ongoing border developments.