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Organizations join to strengthen spiritual support for soldiers

Hundreds of rabbis join new partnership between Tzalash and Tochnit Hadar, named in memory of Lt. Hadar Goldin, to accompany yeshiva and mechina graduates throughout their IDF service, reinforcing military service as a supreme mitzvah and expression of holiness.

Organizations join to strengthen spiritual support for soldiers

Leah Goldin:

'Hadar returned whole, I touched his hand'

Leah Goldin described the emotional reunion with her son Hadar after his body was returned from Hamas captivity, saying it brought a sense of calm and victory after 11 years.

'Hadar returned whole, I touched his hand'

Simcha Goldin: Until October 7, no one wanted to bring Hadar home

Simcha Goldin, father of killed and kidnapped IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, says Israel's governments were uninterested in bringing his body home until the war began on October 7, 2023.

Simcha Goldin: Until October 7, no one wanted to bring Hadar home

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IDF forces return to tunnel where Hadar Goldin was held

A year and a half after first entering, the IDF's Shayetet 13, Yahalom, and Engineering forces return to the tunnel where Hadar Goldin’s body was held.

IDF forces return to tunnel where Hadar Goldin was held

Revealed:

How the doctor who declared Hadar Goldin dead was caught

New footage reveals how Dr. Marwan al-Hams, a Hamas doctor who declared the death of the late Hadar Goldin during Operation Protective Edge, was lured out and arrested by Israel.

How the doctor who declared Hadar Goldin dead was caught

Cleared for publication:

The mission to arrest a terrorist who knew Hadar's whereabouts

IDF, Shin Bet, and Intelligence forces arrested Hamas operative Marwan al-Hams in a covert July operation in Rafah, as part of an ongoing effort to uncover the fate of Lt. Hadar Goldin and return him for burial in Israel.

The mission to arrest a terrorist who knew Hadar's whereabouts

Footage from underground:

The tunnel where Hadar Goldin was held

The IDF uncovered the most significant and complex underground routes discovered in the Gaza Strip thus far in Rafah, consisting of approximately 80 hideouts.

The tunnel where Hadar Goldin was held

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The Goldin family’s final journey with Hadar

On Tuesday evening, footage was released from inside the Goldin family’s vehicle as they accompanied the coffin of Lt. Hadar Goldin on his final journey - moments before his funeral.

The Goldin family’s final journey with Hadar

'We waited 11 years for this moment':

Ofer Winter bids farewell to Hadar Goldin

Shortly after the funeral of Staff Sergeant Hadar Goldin, his former commander published a letter about his personal closure for one of his soldiers.

Ofer Winter bids farewell to Hadar Goldin

'It's Over'

Idan Amedi’s farewell song to Hadar Goldin

At the funeral of the late Lieutenant Hadar Goldin at the military cemetery in Kfar Saba, singer and songwriter Idan Amedi sang his song "It's Over" in front of the officer's grave.

Idan Amedi’s farewell song to Hadar Goldin

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IDF destroys tunnel shaft through which Hadar Goldin was abducted

Just hours after his body was returned to Israel for burial, Nahal Combat Team destroyed the tunnel through which Hamas terrorists abducted the body of Hadar Goldin in August 2014.

IDF destroys tunnel shaft through which Hadar Goldin was abducted

'A Jewish warrior'

After over 11 years in captivity - Hadar Goldin is laid to rest

Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, abducted in 2014 and returned this week, is laid to rest in Kfar Saba with full military honors.

After over 11 years in captivity - Hadar Goldin is laid to rest

Hadar Goldin's sister

'Without the people of Israel Hadar wouldn't be home'

Hadar Goldin’s siblings make statement following the return of their brother's remains 11 years after he was killed by Hamas terrorists in Gaza.

'Without the people of Israel Hadar wouldn't be home'

IDF avoided eliminating Hamas 'assets' with intel on Hadar Goldin

IDF refrained from targeting high-ranking terrorists believed to possess critical information about fallen IDF soldier Hadar Goldin's location, report says.

IDF avoided eliminating Hamas 'assets' with intel on Hadar Goldin

New details:

The unsuccessful attempt to recover Hadar Goldin's body

IDF forces searched the Rafah tunnel where fallen soldier Hadar Goldin's body was located, but failed to search the specific tunnel branch new report says. 'It was only a matter of time.'

The unsuccessful attempt to recover Hadar Goldin's body

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11 years ago and today, neighbors sing outside the Goldins' home

Hundreds gathered in Kfar Saba to support the Goldin family after the body of Lt. Hadar Goldin was returned, marking the end of an 11-year ordeal in Hamas captivity.

11 years ago and today, neighbors sing outside the Goldins' home

Givati Recon Commander:

'We fought to bring Hadar home - a powerful, emotional closure'

At a battalion gathering of the Givati Reconnaissance Unit, attended by brigade commanders and soldiers, the return of Hadar Goldin for burial in Israel is marked as a moment of closure.

'We fought to bring Hadar home - a powerful, emotional closure'

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IDF Chief of Staff embraces Hadar Goldin's parents

The Chief of the General Staff met with the family of fallen and abducted soldier, Lt. Hadar Goldin, to review the extensive efforts undertaken over the years to bring him home.

IDF Chief of Staff embraces Hadar Goldin's parents

Goldin family issues emotional statement after 11‑year wait

Following Lt . Hadar Goldin’s return after more than 11 years in Hamas captivity, his family said they fought for friendship, burial in Israel, and dignity.

Goldin family issues emotional statement after 11‑year wait

Closure after 11 years:

Body of Hadar Goldin returned to Israel

Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, who fell in combat in 2014 and was held by Hamas since the, has finally returned to Israel for burial.

Body of Hadar Goldin returned to Israel

Hadar Goldin's weapon returned to his family

Hadar Goldin's weapon, which was found in Gaza, was returned to his family. At the same time, a coffin believed to contain his body, was transferred to the Institute of Forensic Medicine for identification

Hadar Goldin's weapon returned to his family

MK Amit Halevi

'Hamas lies about Hadar Goldin - Israel’s response moral failure'

Likud MK sharply criticizes Israel's handling of the negotiations over the return of Hadar Goldin's body.

'Hamas lies about Hadar Goldin - Israel’s response moral failure'

Hadar's Comrade:

'Until Hadar is back, Operation Protective Edge is not over'

Elhai Refua, a close friend of Hadar Goldin, describes the moment he learned of Hadar's abduction during Operation Protective Edge in an interview with Arutz Sheva.

'Until Hadar is back, Operation Protective Edge is not over'

After Hamas video release:

Uncertainty surrounds return of Lt. Hadar Goldin’s body

Hours after Hamas claimed to have located the body of killed and kidnapped IDF officer Lt. Hadar Goldin in Rafah, the terrorist organization announces it plans to return Goldin's body at 2pm.

Uncertainty surrounds return of Lt. Hadar Goldin’s body

Hamas claims to have found body of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin

Hamas source tells Al Jazeera that the body of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, killed and abducted in 2014, has been found near Rafah.

Hamas claims to have found body of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin

IDF clarifies:

No information indicating Hadar Goldin’s body is in Rafah tunnel

Israeli officials say the body of the soldier, who fell in 2014, is being held in a tunnel in an Israeli-controlled area of Rafah, where 150 terrorists are entrenched.

No information indicating Hadar Goldin’s body is in Rafah tunnel

'Look me in the eye'

Hadar Goldin's sister's demand from the Prime Minister

After meeting Gal Hirsch, relatives of the final hostages still in Gaza demanded the war-ending deal be fulfilled, including the return of all deceased held by Hamas in Gaza.

Hadar Goldin's sister's demand from the Prime Minister

Leah Goldin:

Netanyahu is deceiving us, not bringing deceased hostages back

Leah Goldin, whose son Hadar was killed in Gaza in 2014 and whose body has been held by Hamas since, slams government policy and expresses disappointment that relevant lessons have not yet been learned.

Netanyahu is deceiving us, not bringing deceased hostages back

Fallen soldier's sister: 'This is the last battle'

Ayelet Goldin, sister of fallen IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, whose body has been held in Gaza since 2014, says she is 'terrified of the day they'll say, 'We did everything.''

Fallen soldier's sister: 'This is the last battle'

Kidnapped soldier's mother:

Bring everyone home before Hamas receives anything in exchange

Leah and Simcha Goldin, parents of killed and kidnapped soldier Hadar, urge government to recover all hostages, including their son, before giving anything to Hamas. 'Until he is home, we are still at war.'

Bring everyone home before Hamas receives anything in exchange

Simcha Goldin at Hostages Square: We do not despair

Simcha Goldin, father of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, who was killed and abducted in 2014, marks son's 4,000th day in Hamas captivity at Hostages Square demonstration.

Simcha Goldin at Hostages Square: We do not despair

Run in Netanya honors Hadar Goldin and hostages

Special memorial run held at Emunah Bet Sabah Elazraki Children's Home in honor of Lt. Hadar Goldin and all hostages

Run in Netanya honors Hadar Goldin and hostages

IDF Chief of Staff in Syria:

'We need to make every effort to bring back Hadar Goldin'

While visiting troops in Syria, IDF Chief of Staff LTG Herzi Halevi discussed the recovery of the body of Oron Shaul, which had been held by Hamas since 2014.

'We need to make every effort to bring back Hadar Goldin'

Leah and Simcha Goldin:

'Hadar and Oron have been abandoned for good'

Parents of Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, whose body is held by Hamas, blast the release of the terrorists as part of the hostage deal: Hamas cares more for its terrorists than Netanyahu cares for his soldiers.

'Hadar and Oron have been abandoned for good'

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Hostages and massacre victims marched for Hadar Goldin

Murdered hostages Elad Katzir filmed himself on a march to the Gaza border for the release of Hadar Goldin, Oron Shaul, Avra Mengistu, and Hisham Al-Sayed.

Hostages and massacre victims marched for Hadar Goldin

Brother of fallen soldier: We haven't entered Rafah

'Prime Minister, Defense Minister, claiming IDF entered Rafah to stave off criticism ahead of Remembrance Day and Independence Day,' brother of fallen IDF soldier Hadar Goldin says.

Brother of fallen soldier: We haven't entered Rafah

Report:

Israel agrees to swap terrorists for soldiers' bodies

Sources say Israel agreed to release re-arrested 'Shalit deal' terrorists in exchange for the bodies of IDF soldiers Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul, who fell in 2014's Operation Protective Edge.

Israel agrees to swap terrorists for soldiers' bodies

Report:

Israel demanding return of Hadar Goldin, Oron Shaul

Israel seeking return of bodies of soldiers murdered and kidnapped 10 years ago, rejects Hamas demand 30 terrorists be freed for every freed female soldier.

Israel demanding return of Hadar Goldin, Oron Shaul

Brother of Hadar Goldin:

'Operation must not end until last soldier returns'

Tzur Goldin, whose brother's body is being held by Hamas: "Make sure that this operation does not end until the last soldier returns."

'Operation must not end until last soldier returns'

Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch on the parsha: Merciless Rapists

Sodom’s population had no redeeming element.

Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch on the parsha: Merciless Rapists

Hamas used negotiations with PMO to hide massacre plans

Terror group which rules Gaza held high-level negotiations on release of captive IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians while plotting attack.

Hamas used negotiations with PMO to hide massacre plans

Father of kidnapped soldier:

'Our sons should be released first'

Prof. Simcha Goldin: "When talking about the release of soldiers from Hamas, they should start with Oron Shaul, followed by Hadar"

'Our sons should be released first'

Abducted soldier's twin warned: 'We need courage'

Hadar Goldin's twin brother warned 3 years ago of Israel's lack of policy towards Hamas and the return of kidnapped soldiers and civilians

Abducted soldier's twin warned: 'We need courage'

New initiative: Ten days of learning to 'bring our boys home'

Students at the school fallen soldier Hadar Goldin attended start new year with demand to bring fallen soldiers home.

New initiative: Ten days of learning to 'bring our boys home'

Hamas reveals details on abduction of Hadar Goldin

Al-Qassam Brigades claim a Givati patrol walked into an ambush that was prepared before the start of Operation Protective Edge.

Hamas reveals details on abduction of Hadar Goldin

Mother of captive IDF soldier meets UN Secretary-General

Leah Goldin, the mother of Hadar Goldin, accompanied President Isaac Herzog during a meeting with Secretary-General António Guterres.

Mother of captive IDF soldier meets UN Secretary-General

Missing soldier's mother:

'This is a day full of hope'

Mother of Hadar Goldin, who is accompanying President Herzog in Washington, welcomes Herzog's actions to bring back her son.

'This is a day full of hope'

Man indicted for placing threats on Yoni Netanyahu's grave

The suspect left a threatening letter demanding that Prime Minister Netanyahu retake Gaza and return the IDF POWs held there.

Man indicted for placing threats on Yoni Netanyahu's grave

"Look me in the eye!"

Sister of POW berates PM at memorial ceremony

The sister of IDF POW Hadar Goldin denounced the Prime Minister at a ceremony for the fallen of Operation Protective Edge.

Sister of POW berates PM at memorial ceremony

Hadar Goldin's parents:

'Are they waiting for us to grow old and die?'

Parents of soldier whose body is being held by Hamas criticize government after 110th straight week of protests.

'Are they waiting for us to grow old and die?'

Mother of missing soldier: I want my son back

Leah Goldin, mother of Hadar, says Israel should not return body of hunger striking terrorist until missing Israelis are returned.

Mother of missing soldier: I want my son back

Missing soldier's mother:

US Jewish leaders must aid in return missing Israelis

Leah Goldin, mother of Hadar Goldin, tells Conference of Presidents delegation of how Hamas has held her son's body for nearly a decade.

US Jewish leaders must aid in return missing Israelis

Interview:

Broken hearts, not spirits, says brother of Hadar Goldin Hy”d

Returning captives from a war is a basic human right and the responsibility to fight for it falls on those who sent the soldiers to war.

Broken hearts, not spirits, says brother of Hadar Goldin Hy”d

Hadar Goldin:

Mother meets with Pope: 'I've despaired of all the politicians'

"Benny Gantz was the IDF Chief-of-Staff who sent my son into Gaza. He hasn't done a thing to bring him back."

Mother meets with Pope: 'I've despaired of all the politicians'

Hadar Goldin's brother:

'Govt. sees bereaved families as the enemy, not the terrorists'

Tzur Goldin is furious after Hamas displayed his brother's weapon during a parade this week.

'Govt. sees bereaved families as the enemy, not the terrorists'

Hamas: This is the gun of Hadar Goldin

Terror org. holds celebration of 35th anniversary, leader reiterates group's goal of Israel's destruction.

Hamas: This is the gun of Hadar Goldin

Hadar Goldin

Simcha Goldin: 8 years without Hadar, after Hamas abduction

Goldin expresses disappointment that authorities fail to keep promise to bring Hadar home for burial. Hadar still present in their lives.

Simcha Goldin: 8 years without Hadar, after Hamas abduction

Rally outside Gantz's home:

'Time for soul searching over abandonment of our soldiers'

Protest and Selichot rally held near home of Defense Minister, calling for the return of IDF soldiers Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul.

'Time for soul searching over abandonment of our soldiers'

Activists block path of Gaza laborers to protest Hamas hostages

"Benny Gantz as chief of staff deserted two soldiers on the battlefield, Hadar & Oron."

Activists block path of Gaza laborers to protest Hamas hostages

Goldin family demonstrates outside Defense Minister's home

Family of soldier whose body is held by Hamas: No one who leaves soldiers on the battlefield can be a leader of the State of Israel.

Goldin family demonstrates outside Defense Minister's home