Author: Erin McLaughlin and Alexander Smith

Tragic news broke as the body of Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin was found in horrid conditions inside a tunnel in Gaza. His parents spoke out about the failed diplomatic efforts and the desperate situation of other hostages. Goldber Polin’s abduction one year back has left his family shattered and the region on edge, with Israel facing conflicts not just in Gaza but also Lebanon and Iran. The violent ordeal has raised concerns about the survival of other hostages in similar deplorable conditions. The family shared heart-wrenching details of Goldberg-Polin’s confinement and the anguish of waiting for his return. Despite the…