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Israel Brief: Monday, October 13

Freedom returned, hatred remains. Vigilance is the price of peace.

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Uri Zehavi — אורי זהבי
Oct 13, 2025
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Shalom, friends.

Israel breathed today. Twenty living hostages returned. Families held them; the country watched and wept. U.S. President Donald Trump is visiting, speaking in the Knesset and basking in a historic role. I respect the moment and the help. I also refuse fantasy. The war is not “over.” A chapter closed. Israel still faces enemies who plan o…

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