Jon Polin
Jon Polin is the father of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an American-Israeli who was killed by Hamas after being held hostage for almost a year. Following the tragic loss of his son, Jon has joined his wife, Rachel, in advocating for the urgent release of other hostages captured by Hamas. He has publicly acknowledged the efforts of Donald Trump and Steve Witkoff, expressing hope that their involvement will lead to more effective negotiations to bring the remaining hostages home safely.
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Jon Polin, whose son Hersh Goldberg-Polin was taken hostage and found slain, said only a trusted commission could restore security.
Netanyahu coalition pushes contentious Oct. 7 attack probe, families call for justice
Guyana· 2025-12-26
Jon Polin rejected comparisons between the proposed committee and the US 9/11 commission.
Israeli opposition parties criticise proposed Bill to establish October 7th inquiry – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-22
Jon Polin spoke out for a deal to secure the release of hostages, including his son who was killed by Hamas.
Israeli missile hits Gaza children collecting water, IDF blames malfunctionGuyana· 2025-07-14
Jon Polin spoke out about wanting a deal to end the war, as his son was held hostage by Hamas.
Israeli missile hits Gaza children collecting water, IDF blames malfunctionGuyana· 2025-07-14
Jon Polin added that their son, Hersh Goldberg-Polin, and five other hostages murdered by Hamas, were also found malnourished and 'skeletal' when Israeli troops discovered their bodies last August.
Parents of murdered American-Israeli hostage praise Trump, plead for urgency in bringing hostages home
United States· 2025-02-15
