Hersh Goldberg-Polin’s father slams Israel’s ‘failed’ hostage deal, defends Shin Bet

“The recent hostage deal materialized due to a unique effort personally led by me, with the prime minister’s knowledge,” he added. “The deal was achieved according to the objectives he set, was brought by him for government approval and was endorsed with his support,” he added.

“Given this, the claim of a supposed lack of trust has no basis — unless the real intent, which I may have failed to grasp, was to negotiate without reaching a deal.”

He reaffirmed his commitment to bringing all hostages, both living and deceased, back to Israel, emphasizing that “this is especially critical in the current window of opportunity.”