Jonathan Dekel-Chen

Jonathan Dekel-Chen, a Professor of Jewish History at Hebrew University and father of released hostage Sagui Dekel-Chen, shares his emotional journey of advocating for hostage families during a harrowing conflict. He reflects on the relief of his son’s release and the ongoing struggles faced by the community of Kibbutz Nir Oz. Dekel-Chen highlights feelings of abandonment from the Israeli government and the contrasting support from U.S. administrations, emphasizing the urgent need for solidarity and advocacy in such complex hostage situations.

Jonathan Dekel-Chen, a professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and father of hostage Sagi, joins Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent for The Economist, to discuss the fallout from Yahya Sinwar's death. They tackle the emotional turmoil for families of hostages, shifting dynamics within Hamas, and the impact on future negotiations. The pair also analyze the broader humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the uncertain path toward a potential ceasefire, revealing complexities that linger even after Sinwar's removal from power.

Jonathan Dekel-Chen, a longtime resident of Nir Oz kibbutz, shares his harrowing experience following the October 7th attack that claimed many lives and took his son hostage. He describes the profound changes in his community's life since that fateful day. The discussion delves into the emotional turmoil faced by hostage families, their fight for governmental support, and the challenging dynamic of seeking a resolution amidst escalating conflict. Dekel-Chen highlights the urgency of keeping the hostages' plight in the public eye, amid a backdrop of geopolitical tensions.

Jonathan Dekel-Chen, professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and father of Sagui Dekel-Chen, discusses the emotional turmoil of having a son held hostage by Hamas while other hostages are being released. He pleads with the Israeli government for his son's safe return and reflects on the difficulty of eradicating fundamentalism. Despite the situation, the speaker remains optimistic and emphasizes the importance of taking positive actions that benefit others.

Jonathan Dekel-Chen, father of a presumed hostage held by Hamas, pleads with the Israeli government for his son's return. He shares the emotional toll, public outrage, and the uncertain fate of the hostages. Despite the release of over 100 hostages, his son remains missing. Jonathan envisions a future where his son is reunited with his children and talks about Sagi's positive nature and impact on others.