Jonathan Pollard

Azzam Azzam: Pollard Must be Freed

Israeli Druze who sat in jail in Egypt calls to free Pollard. “We cannot wait for him to die in jail,” he pleads.

Peres Reiterates Commitment to Pollard's Release

President Shimon Peres says he is committed to bring about Jonathan Pollard's release, after thousands sign petition on the issue.

Pollard’s ‘Handler’ Says Obama Likely to Free Him

Former Mossad officer Rafi Eitan says “there is a good probability” Obama will pardon Jonathan Pollard before the elections in November.

Iranian Spy Deported from US to Tehran - Swapped for Hikers?

The United States has deported a convicted Iranian spy back to Tehran in a possible unspoken swap deal. Israel's Pollard is still in prison.

Pollard Activist: Netanyahu Should've Done More

Leader of the Pollard release pollard tells Arutz Sheva: Netanyahu should have said he's not leaving the U.S. without Jonathan.

Peres Asks Obama to Free Pollard

President Shimon Peres asked President Barack Obama to free convicted Israeli spy Johnathan Pollard, who has served 26 years in prison.

Will Israeli Leaders Ask Obama to Free Pollard?

Peres and Netanyahu will meet Obama and discuss Iran, but the big question is whether they'll raise the Jonathan Pollard issue.

Video: Top US Officials Say, Free Pollard Now!

New YouTube video gathers all the calls by top U.S. officials to free Jonathan Pollard after more than 25 years in prison.

Video of Congressmen Engel on Pollard: Enough is Enough

The US government was not completely honest with Pollard before he was sentenced to life in jail, says Rep. Engel. “Enough is enough.”

Former CIA Chief: Obama Should Learn to Stick Closer to Israel

Former CIA director R. James Woolsey: Obama tried to make nice with Iran and Syria. It didn't work.

Hoenlein: 'Time That Pollard Be Let Go'

A top American Jewish leader who recently visited imprisoned Israeli agent Jonathan Pollard in a U.S. prison says “enough is enough.”

Shapiro: Pollard's Future is Unclear

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro tells Knesset committee members he “can't speculate” on Jonathan Pollard's future.

US May Intensify Sanctions on Iran, Says Envoy

The US “is looking to intensify sanctions on Iran [and] other options are on the table,” its ambassador to Israel tells the Knesset.

Shalit Activist Meets Freed Soldier

Yoel Marshak, who worked to secure the release of Gilad Shalit, met him for the first time. "Now it's time to bring Pollard back."

Sharansky: Free Pollard, 26 Years is too Much

Jewish Agency Chairman at a conference in U.S.: There's a consensus for Pollard's release, it's time to demand it.

Jewish Senators Could Have Freed Pollard, Dershowitz Charges

Bill Clinton might have freed Jonathan Pollard in 2000 if Jewish Senators had stood up for him, Prof. Alan Dershowitz said Monday.

Gingrich: I'd Consider Freeing Pollard

Republican presidential hopeful Gingrich says he'd consider freeing Jonathan Pollard and would help Israel strike Iran.

"Days of Pardon" in the U.S. - How About Pollard?

Justice for Jonathan Pollard calls on everyone to raise their voice and tell the American government to free Pollard.

18 Former U.S. Senators to Obama: Free Pollard

A group of eighteen prominent former U.S. senators have written President Obama and asked that he free Jonathan Pollard.

Nigerian Clergyman Appeals to Obama on Pollard

A Nigerian clergyman has added his voice to appeal to US President Barack Obama to grant clemency for Jonathan Pollard.

Pollard's Lawyer: Pressure Should be Placed on Netanyahu

Attorney Larry Dub, who has represented Pollard for over twenty years: The only way to get him released is by pressuring Netanyahu.

Shalit, Grapel – and Pollard?

Rumors – or perhaps only hopes – flew Tuesday that Pollard will follow Shalit and Grapel and be freed from his US prison soon.

VP Biden Agrees to Meet with Jewish Leaders About Pollard

US Vice President Joseph Biden has reportedly agreed to meet with a "small group" of American Jewish leaders about Jonathan Pollard.

Activist: Obama, Biden Playing 'Good Cop, Bad Cop' on Pollard

US VP Biden's insistence in keeping Jonathan Pollard in prison is just part of a cynical election ploy, says Republican activist Mark Zell.

Rivlin Contacts Biden to Object Over Pollard Remarks

Knesset speaker Reuven Rivlin contacts U.S. vice-President Joe Biden to intervene on behalf of Jonathan Pollard.

Biden Flip-Flopped on Pollard, 'Took the Hit' for Obama

US Vice President Joe Biden “took the hit” for President Obama to oppose freedom for Jonathan Pollard. In past, he supported clemency.

Report: Obama Wanted to Release Pollard, Biden Refused

President Obama was set to release Jonathan Pollard but Vice President Biden told him: "Over my dead body."

Video: 500 Women Pray for Jonathan Pollard in Hevron

Esther Pollard leads moving prayer service in the Cave of the Patriarchs for the release of Jonathan Pollard and for the strength of Israel.

US Spied on Israel Embassy in Washington

New details emerge about American eavesdropping on Israel Embassy, US supporters of Israel. NIF Fellow involved.

Quiet Man of Achievement Helps Build Binyamin

Rabbi Shmuel Rachmani, a modest man of accomplishment, has been the impetus for major development of southern Binyamin.

Pollard Play Moves Knesset Members

A special day in honor of Jonathan Pollard was recently held in the Knesset. "The time has come, we must act now," agrees everyone.

'Jonathan Sounded Weak'

'Jonathan Sounded Weak and in Pain'

Esther Pollard allowed short phone conversation with husband after his operation.

Pollard 'In Severe Pain'

Pollard 'In Severe Pain,' Wife Told

Esther Pollard told her husband has undergone surgery and is now conscious after surgery but suffering from intense pain.

Rare Speech for Pollard from Floor of Congress

Rep. Barney Frank made a rare speech from the floor of the Congress Tuesday on behalf of Pollard, hospitalized for surgery. Obama silent.

Pollard to Undergo Surgery

Jonathan Pollard has been temporarily removed from his cell to undergo surgery for respiratory problems he has developed in prison.

Israel Ambassador Oren to Visit Pollard

Israeli Ambassador to the US Michael Oren plans to visit former agent Jonathan Pollard in an American prison, sources say.

Youths Protest for Pollard: Human Rights Are for Everyone

National religious and secular left youth joined forces outside the U.S. Consulate and called on President Obama to free Pollard.

Bnei Akiva Enter ‘Pollard Prison’ in Jerusalem on July 4th

Fifty Bnei Akiva youth mark July 4th by donning prison garb and entering a jail-like environment for 10 days.

Tamar Fogel, Orphaned Terror Victim, Visits Pollard in Jail

Tamar Fogel, 12-year-old survivor of the Fogel family massacre, visited Jonathan Pollard in jail during the mourning week (shiva) for his father.

Israeli Republican Leader Does Not Support Pollard's Release

Marc Zell, co-chairman of Republicans Abroad in Israel, says some American Jews are still angry at Pollard. YI's Lerner disagrees.

Israel Chief Rabbi to Say Kaddish for Jonathan Pollard's Father

The soul of Professor Morris Pollard, Jonathan's father, will be supported by the prayers of Israel's Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi Yona Metzger.

Jonathan Pollard Denied Attendance at Father's Graveside

Prof. Morris Pollard was laid to rest Monday without having his son Jonathan present to say kaddish, the Jewish prayer for the dead.

Obama’s Sound of Silence All but Buries Appeal for Pollard

Phone calls flooded the White House, Netanyahu appealed, but Obama is silent as Jonathan Pollard remains in jail hours before his father’s burial.

Protest: Let Pollard Attend His Father's Funeral

Dozens of protesters gather outside U.S. embassy in Tel Aviv, call President Obama to release Jonathan Pollard.

Massive Phone-In to White House to Free Pollard for Funeral

Two campaigns to free Jonathan Pollard to attend his father’s funeral: A massive phone-in to the White House and political pressure from Israel.

US Has 24 Hours to Decide to Let Pollard Attend Father’s Funeral

President Obama has 24 hours to decide on a humanitarian appeal that Jonathan Pollard be freed from jail for a few hours to help bury his father.

Pollard Asks to Visit 'Dying' Father

Esther Pollard: “Emergency phone call from Jonathan today. He was crying.” His brother said their Dad is dying.

Obama Toying With American Jewry over Pollard?

LI paper publishes bold editorial regarding Jonathan Pollard – less about Pollard than about the US treason inherent in its refusal to release him.

Esther Pollard Awaits Meeting with Netanyahu

No meeting has yet been set between Netanyahu and Esther Pollard, though she has requested a short one before he leaves for Washington on Thursday.

Obama’s Half-Brother Agrees to Intervene for Pollard

U.S. President Obama’s half-brother, in a secret trip to Israel, has agreed to intervene with his sibling on behalf of Jonathan Pollard.

Chief Rabbi Warns Obama Re-Election May Hinge on Freeing Pollard

Chief Rabbi of Israel Yona Metzger warns President Obama that he may lose a bid for re-election if he does not free Jonathan Pollard.

Prayers, Optimism for Pollard as Peres Meets Obama

Supporters of Jonathan Pollard are tensely awaiting the meeting of Presidents Peres and Obama today – 6:45 PM Israel time, 11:45 AM in Washington.

Meretz Youth to Peres: Bring Pollard Home!

Matter of national consensus: Meretz party youth call on Pres. Peres to ask Obama to free Pollard now, in time for Passover Holiday of Freedom.

Peres To Meet Obama: ‘Peace Plan,’ Iran and – Maybe – Pollard

President Peres to fly to the US and meet with Obama: On the agenda: a new but secret idea to renew PA talks, Iran, Gaza – and maybe Pollard.

Rumsfeld: No to Pollard Clemency

Former US Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld opposes clemency for Israeli agent Jonathan Pollard despite disproportionate sentence.

GOP Congressman Asks for Pollard Clemency

Congressman Michael Grimm (NY) has become the first Republican in House of Representatives to ask President Obama to grant clemency to Pollard.

250 Thousand Students Study Torah for Pollard and Shalit

Thousands of students conclude a special Torah study project for Jonathan Pollard and Gilad Shalit. 700 of them gather for an exciting ceremony.

Kahlon’s Visit with Pollard Canceled

Jonathan Pollard's poor health condition after more than 25 years in prison causes his visit with Minister Moshe Kahlon to be canceled.

Senator McCain Calls to Release Pollard

United States Senator John McCain has called to release Jonathan Pollard, who is in poor health.

Israeli Minister to Visit Jonathan Pollard

Minister of Communications and Social Affairs Moshe Kahlon is scheduled to visit Jonathan Pollard next week...if Pollard's health allows it.