Digest

The episode begins with a somber tone, acknowledging the recent deaths of six Israeli hostages killed by Hamas. The speaker expresses condolences to the families and shares the names of the victims. Liel Slyther, cousin of Carmel Gott, one of the hostages killed, shares memories of her cousin and highlights her peaceful and spiritual nature. She describes Carmel's dedication to helping others, particularly children, and her role as a guardian angel to fellow hostages. Liel Slyther emphasizes the need for the Israeli government to take action to bring the remaining hostages home. She expresses frustration with the lack of progress and calls for international pressure on Hamas to release the hostages. Liel Slyther pleads with the leaders of Israel and the U.S. to act swiftly and decisively to secure the release of the hostages. She argues that a global deal is necessary to achieve this goal and urges the U.S. to stand with Israel and the international community in making it happen.

Outlines

00:00:00

Mourning the Loss and Calling for Action

The episode begins with a somber tone, acknowledging the recent deaths of six Israeli hostages killed by Hamas. The speaker expresses condolences to the families and shares the names of the victims. Liel Slyther, cousin of Carmel Gott, one of the hostages killed, shares memories of her cousin and highlights her peaceful and spiritual nature. She describes Carmel's dedication to helping others, particularly children, and her role as a guardian angel to fellow hostages.

00:06:16

Calls for Action and International Pressure

Liel Slyther emphasizes the need for the Israeli government to take action to bring the remaining hostages home. She expresses frustration with the lack of progress and calls for international pressure on Hamas to release the hostages. She pleads with the leaders of Israel and the U.S. to act swiftly and decisively to secure the release of the hostages. She argues that a global deal is necessary to achieve this goal and urges the U.S. to stand with Israel and the international community in making it happen.

Keywords

Q&A

• What were the names of the six hostages recently killed by Hamas?

  The six hostages killed were Carmel Gott, Edden Urishalmi, Alexander Lubinoff, Almog Suerusi, Orried Danino, and Hirsch Goldberg Paulin.

• What was Carmel Gott's profession and how did she help her fellow hostages?

  Carmel Gott was an occupational therapist who traveled to India. While being held captive, she practiced yoga and guided meditations with her fellow hostages, helping them stay sane.

• What is Liel Slyther's main message to the leaders of Israel and the U.S.?

  Liel Slyther urges the leaders to act swiftly and decisively to secure the release of the hostages. She believes a global deal is necessary and calls for the U.S. to stand with Israel and the international community in making it happen.

Show Notes