Opposition leader Benjamin Netanyahu paid tribute to Esther Pollard, who died after battling serious illness.
"My wife Sara and I mourn with Jonathan Pollard over the passing of his late wife Esther.Esther worked with endless devotion for many years for the release of Jonathan.I remember our meetings and conversations over the years and I promised to bring Jonathan home.Even over many years of her illness Esther showed immense devotion to her husband, did not give up, did not stop dreaming.We all embrace you today, Jonathan, in your great grief. May her memory be for blessing."