Israeli-American

Biden spoke with Rachel Goldberg and Jon Polin after Hersh's death announced

Hersh had been one of eight remaining hostages who held dual Israeli-American citizenship.

US ignorance around the hostages is 'shocking,' says parents of hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin

“Americans don’t like people being held against their will, certainly not other Americans, so it’s disappointing that there isn’t more conversation [about the hostages]", says Jon Polin.

Ruby Chen seeking clarity from White House when his son's body be released under ceasefire plan

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan meets families of American-Israeli hostages. Ruby Chen urges action, seeking clarity on body return after ceasefire proposal approval.

‘There is so much suffering on both sides’, says mother of hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin

Mother of American-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg Polin urged the US for further involvement in hostage negotiations. She also spoke about the suffering on both sides of the conflict.

By MAARIV
14/05/2024
 US NATIONAL Security Advisor Jake Sullivan speaks at a press briefing, amid the ongoing conflict

Families of American hostages in Gaza meet Jake Sullivan, express frustrations over negotiations

Friday's meeting with Sullivan was also the first time the families met with the White House after Hamas released videos of three hostages, including Americans Keith Siegel and Hersh Goldberg-Polin.

'We didn't know he was alive': Father of hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin reacts to Hamas terror video

John Polin, father of Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, discussed his son's condition after Hamas released a propaganda video, expressing concern and hope for his return.

IDF Spokesperson Hagari: 'Until Hamas releases our hostages, no stone will be left unturned'

IDF Spokesperson responds to Hamas' propaganda video showing Israeli-American hostage, promises relentless pursuit until hostages are released, expressing solidarity with families.

Fighting antisemitism, bolstering identity: Elan Carr on IAC's post-Oct 7 future

Jewish world affairs: In his first interview since becoming the IAC CEO, Elan Carr outlines his strategic vision.

After losing friends on Oct. 7, Israeli NCAA basketball player looks for an escape on the court

Israeli University of South Florida Basketball player Romi Levy finds her escape from the situation at home on the hardwood.

By GREG LEVINSKY/JTA
08/11/2023

UC Berkeley supports Hamas's terrorist attacks - opinion

At the backdrop of Hamas's recent, unprecedented attacks against Israel, the renowned university chooses to remain silent, rather than taking an explicit stance against terrorism.

By DANIELLE SOBKIN , HANNAH SCHLACTER
16/10/2023
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