The return of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit after 5 years in captivity is a cause for celebration. Shalit’s capture and captivity were terribly painful for his family, Israelis in general, and the larger world Jewish community. The Israeli ambassador to the United States, Michael Oren, eloquently articulated the pain suffered by Israelis during Shalit’s captivity. Oren also talked about the risks that Israelis face daily, and the impact of the conflict on Israel. He described the personal distress felt at the loss of a very close family member, an all too common occurrence for Israelis, and Oren described having a son who was shot. No family should have to suffer the pain of such violence.
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