Death of Israeli-American Hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin Confirmed by Family
The family of 23-year-old Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin has confirmed his death after the Israeli army discovered several bodies in Gaza. The Israeli Defence Forces found the bodies in a tunnel in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, though the specific circumstances of his death and the identities of other bodies recovered have not been detailed. Goldberg-Polin was among the hostages taken by Hamas during its attack on October 7, which resulted in approximately 250 individuals being captured.
President Joe Biden expressed his devastation and outrage over the news and condemned Hamas' actions. The confirmation of Goldberg-Polin's death comes as the Israeli government faces increasing pressure to secure the release of the remaining hostages. Currently, the Israeli army believes that 108 hostages are still being held in Gaza, with around one-third presumed dead. The news of Goldberg-Polin's death has led to renewed calls for action and accountability, both within Israel and from the international community.
