The Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi David Lau, on Friday welcomed the release of Jonathan Pollard.
"After decades of prayers and actions for the release, we are thrilled with all of Israel to reach this day in which our brother Jonathan is going free," the Chief Rabbi said, adding he wishes Pollard many years of happiness with his wife Esther and other family members and friends who fought for years for the release.
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