Thousands of Israelis joined Noam and Aviva Shalit as they began their 12-day march from Mitzpe Hila to the Prime Minister Netanyahu’s residence in Jerusalem. The march was organized to mark the fourth anniversary of their son Gilad’s abduction from sovereign Israeli territory. Gilad now sits in solitary confinement, held by Hamas operatives, awaiting liberation.
Estimates of around 10,000 marchers far surpassed the numbers expected to join the family, demonstrating the depth of connection that the Israeli public feels for Shalit family and, of course, their son, who sits and waits.
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To see a news report on the march please click the screen image below:
Gilad Shalit's Family Embark on March
Ohad Knoller, Karmit Arbel
