Gilad Schalit
Gilad Schalit is an Israeli former soldier who was captured by Hamas militants in a cross-border raid in 2006 and held captive for five years. His abduction and subsequent imprisonment garnered significant media attention and public outcry in Israel, leading to a high-profile negotiation for his release. In 2011, Schalit was freed in a controversial swap for over 1,000 Palestinian prisoners, which sparked debates about the ethics of negotiating with terrorist organizations. His experience has made him a symbol of the Israeli struggle against Hamas and the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Born on Aug 28, 1986 (38 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 27,966 | $1,700,000 | 1,251$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,005,238 | 27,966 | $1,700,000 | 1,251$ |
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Gilad Schalit was an Israeli soldier captured during a 2006 cross-border attack planned by Mohammed Sinwar.
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