Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin’s death confirmed by family

The family of Israeli-American captive Hersh Goldberg-Polin has confirmed his death in the Gaza Strip. In a statement released early Sunday, the family expressed their heartbreak following the Israeli army’s discovery of bodies in Gaza. “With heavy hearts, the Goldberg-Polin family sadly announces the passing of their cherished son and brother, Hersh,” the statement read. The family expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and support, emphasizing the need for privacy during this difficult time.
Goldberg-Polin gained widespread recognition as a hostage due to his parents’ advocacy efforts, which included meetings with global leaders and persistent calls for assistance. Their advocacy culminated in an appearance at the Democratic convention last month, where attendees echoed chants of “bring them home.”