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Year after Rafah tunnel killings, Israel still torn between rescuing hostages and defeating Hamas

The deaths of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Carmel Gat, Eden Yerushalmi, Alex Lobanov, Almog Sarusi and Ori Danino continue to define Israel’s war, fueling bitter arguments over priorities: securing release of captives or pressing ahead militarily to crush Hamas

Amir Ettinger | 09.05.25

'Let leaders decide who in their family will suffer hunger and torture in a tunnel—or take their place'

At their son’s first memorial in Jerusalem, Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin saw Israelis from all walks of life gather; Hersh, killed a year ago in a Gaza tunnel with five hostages, is remembered for his smile; Parents urge the government to seize a hostage deal and honor victims

Merav Betito | 09.03.25

מימין למעלה: הרש גולדברג-פולין, עדן ירושלמי, אורי דנינו. מימין למטה: אלמוג סרסוסי, כרמל גת, אלכס לובנוב

Captivity and tragedy: One year since 'Mini October 7' and there are still living hostages

Opinion: One year after six young hostages were murdered in Gaza tunnels, their families lead a campaign for unity and urgency; Memorials honor Alex, Carmel, Hersh, Almog, Ori and Eden while reminding Israel that hostages still languish underground, awaiting rescue

Chen Artzi Sror | 08.21.25

'I cried when he was killed': Former hostage reflects on time in captivity with Hersh Goldberg-Polin

Eliya Cohen, a former hostage held 505 days by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, reflects on his captivity, the bond he shared with fellow hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, the loss of friends and the struggle to recover while 20 hostages remain in captivity

Ynetnews | 08.20.25

Memorials for Hersh and Alex a year after their murder in Gaza tunnel: 'Remaining hostages running out of time'

Memorial ceremonies were held in Jerusalem and Ashkelon for Hersh Goldberg-Polin and Alex Lobanov, killed in Hamas captivity; Families honored their memories and urged leaders to act, stressing that time is running out for the 50 remaining hostages

Gilad Cohen, Roni Green Shaulov | 08.19.25

‘Hope is mandatory’: Families of fallen hostages turn pain into purpose after October 7

Speaking at the Voices of Valor ceremony, the parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin and Omer Neutra emphasize unity, perseverance and the urgent need to secure the return of hostages still held by Hamas; 'Even in tragedy, we feel lucky to be part of the people of Israel'

Ynetnews | 04.30.25

Hersh Goldberg-Polin’s father slams Israel’s 'failed' hostage deal, defends Shin Bet chief Bar

John Polin condemns Israel’s insufficient negotiation mandate for hostage releases, protests Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar's impending ouster

Yael Ciechanover | 03.21.25

Israel owes its successes to the sacrifice of its brave soldiers

Opinion: In recent days, heartless critics have claimed the sacrifices of Israel’s decorated heroes were in vain, arguing that the same deal could have been achieved earlier or that it was solely tied to Donald Trump’s return to the White House

Yuval Elbashan | 01.22.25

IDF releases probe into murder of 6 hostages in Rafah tunnel: 'Assessed likelihood of hostages present in area was medium to low'

The IDF presented the families of Hersh, Uri, Eden, Alex, Almog and Carmel with the final investigation into their murders while in Hamas captivity; Military finds that its activities in the area had a 'circumstantial influence on the terrorists' decision to murder the 6 hostages'

Yoav Zitun | 12.24.24

המחווה של אוהדי ורדר ברמן לזכרו של הירש גולדברג-פולין ז"ל

Werder Bremen holds tribute to slain hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin

German soccer club's fans hoist picture of hostage murdered in Gaza in first game since the news of his death were released; 'May your memory be a revolution'

Ynet | 09.21.24

Werder Bremen fans in tribute to slain hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin in 'Hersh Forever' banner

Gone but not forgotten, Hersh Goldberg-Polin is remembered by fans of the soccer club he admired during Sunday's match posting the same message on the club's website and on social media

ynet correspondents | 09.15.24

הירש גולדברג-פולין ז"ל בסרטון הטרור הפסיכולוגי שפרסם חמאס

How the murder of 6 hostages became a ‘Mini-October 7’

The execution of six Israeli hostages, including global figure Hersh Goldberg-Polin, has triggered global trauma and grief, sparking discussions on empathy, justice and the psychological impact of violence and denial

Shira Dicker/The Media Line | 09.09.24

מימין למעלה: הירש גולדברג-פולין, עדן ירושלמי, אורי דנינו. מימין למטה: אלמוג סרוסי, כרמל גת, אלכס לובנוב

Six slain hostages could not stand up, had trouble breathing and were starved

Before being brutally shot and killed by Hamas terrorists in a narrow Rafah tunnel, Hersh, Eden, Ori, Almog, Carmel and Alex survived 330 days in captivity living in inhumane conditions - they cleaned themselves with the water they drank and only two could lie down at a time; Their emaciated and neglected bodies were found with gunshots to their heads

Yael Ciechanover | 09.09.24

Hamas posts clip of slain hostage pleading for a deal

In its psychological warfare, Hamas releases clip of Hersh Goldberg-Polin appealing to Biden, Blinken, all Americans to work for his release along with all hostages; family says video must be an immediate wake-up call

Daniel Edelson, New York | 09.06.24

Doug Emhoff speaking about Hersh Goldberg-Polin

Emhoff 'gutted' after hostages murdered

Kamala Harris's husband, who is Biden administration liaison to the American Jewish community, says both he and his wife are grieving over death of Hersh Goldberg-Polin and other slain hostages

Associated Press | 09.04.24

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