Hamas releases propaganda video showing Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin missing left arm in first appearance since Oct. 7

Hamas Publishes Propaganda Video of Israeli-American Hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin

In a shocking development, Hamas released a propaganda video of Israeli-American dual citizen Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who has been missing since his abduction on October 7. The video, the first sign of life from the 23-year-old since his disappearance, shows a gaunt-looking Goldberg-Polin identifying himself as Israeli and stating that he has been held captive for nearly 200 days.

Goldberg-Polin, seen with a buzzed haircut and missing his left arm from below the elbow, was captured by Hamas during the Supernova music festival in the Negev desert. The video, considered an act of psychological warfare, was released just days after his family made a heartfelt plea for his return in honor of the start of Passover.

His parents, Rachel Goldberg and Jon Polin, declined to give interviews following the release of the video, but expressed hope and optimism for their son’s safe return. Goldberg-Polin, known for his love of reading, soccer, and music festivals, was described as having a “funny, but not clownish” personality.

As the family prepares to celebrate Passover, they remain steadfast in their belief that their son will come home. Despite the challenges they face, they continue to hold onto hope and work tirelessly to secure his release. The release of this video has reignited the global call for Goldberg-Polin’s safe return, as his family and supporters remain unwavering in their determination to bring him back home.