Simcha Goldin
Simcha Goldin is a prominent Israeli figure and the father of Hadar Goldin, an IDF soldier who was killed in action and whose body has been held by Hamas since 2014. In recent years, he has become an outspoken advocate for the return of Israeli soldiers and citizens held captive by Hamas, criticizing the Israeli government's handling of negotiations and the broader implications for national security. Marking the 11th anniversary of his son's abduction, Goldin has publicly condemned the government's policies, asserting that the failure to recover captives encourages further hostage-taking by Hamas. His relentless quest for justice for his son has made him a significant voice in Israeli society, reflecting the deep emotional and political complexities surrounding the issue of missing soldiers.
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Simcha Goldin recited Kaddish in memory of his son Hadad during the memorial service.
לבבות אדומים הונחו על קברו של הדר גולדין באזכרתו: "סמל ומצפן מוסרי"
Israel· 2025-12-10
Simcha Goldin is the father of Hadar Goldin and has been a vocal advocate for the return of his son.
"היו רגעים שהדר, אורון, אברה והישאם הופקרו. בסוף העם החזיר אותם"Israel· 2025-11-14
Simcha Goldin is Hadad Goldin's father who spoke at his son's funeral.
תיעודי המסע מרכב המשפחה, וההספדים המלאיםIsrael· 2025-11-12
Simcha Goldin is the father of Hadar Goldin, advocating for the return of all hostages.
Izraelio karininko, kurio palaikai buvo grąžinti iš Gazos, tėvas ragina grąžinti visus įkaitus namo
Lithuania· 2025-11-09
Simcha Goldin is mentioned as a beloved family member of Hadad Goldin, who received support during the difficult years.
השרים והח"כים בליכוד שלא חיכו להודעה הרשמיתIsrael· 2025-11-09
Simcha Goldin is Hadad's father who has been actively involved in the efforts to recover his son.
סגן הדר גולדין הושב לישראלIsrael· 2025-11-09
Simcha Goldin spoke about the values of the IDF and the importance of not leaving soldiers behind.
"הפקרנו את הסמל. רק צה"ל החזיר את הדר"Israel· 2025-11-09
Simcha Goldin is Hadra Goldin's father, who has been advocating for his son's return for over 11 years.
איתרנו את החלל החטוף הדר גולדין באזור רפיחIsrael· 2025-11-08
Simcha Goldin, the father of Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, stated that Hamas knows and can return the fallen soldiers.
משפחות 6 החללים החטופים שעדיין בעזה מחכות לסגירת מעגלIsrael· 2025-11-06
Simcha Goldin criticized the government's handling of the situation regarding his son Hadad.
הטקס המיוחד לציון 11 שנים בלי הדרIsrael· 2025-07-31
Simcha Goldin discussed the need for the government to prioritize the return of hostages before any agreements.
נתניהו נחוש להגיע לעסקת חטופיםIsrael· 2025-07-14
Simcha Goldin is the father of the captured soldier Hadar Goldin and has been vocal about the long struggle of his family and the government's handling of the situation.
ריאיון עם שמחה גולדין, אביו של החלל חטוף הדר גולדין, לציון 11 שנה בשביIsrael· 2025-07-13