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Call Me Back - with Dan Senor

Proof of Life - with Rachel Goldberg and Jon Polin

Apr 30, 2024
Rachel Goldberg and Jon Polin discuss seeing proof of life of their son Hersh Goldberg-Polin for the first time after he was severely wounded and taken hostage by Hamas. They talk about Hersh's video, his severe injury, decision to approve media release, reactions to US campus protests, and the possibility of Israeli elections amidst the crisis.
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  • The release of a video showing the severely wounded hostage Hersh Goldberg Polin was a pivotal moment in humanizing the hostage situation and revealing his critical injuries.
  • Global support through prayers and gatherings demonstrated the power of unity in times of crisis, with people from diverse backgrounds coming together to show solidarity.

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Proof of Life Video Release and Approval

After over 200 days, a video of hostage Hirsch Goldberg Polin, severely wounded and taken by Hamas, was released. Hirsch criticized the Israeli government, expressed love for his family, and showed his severe left hand wound. Despite initial approval within seconds of the video's release, they permitted media coverage to humanize the hostage situation.

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