Gilad Shalit

Israeli soldier and hostage

Gilad Shalit - Israeli soldier and hostage
Born

August 28th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Israel

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Born in 1986, Shalit was an Israeli soldier who served in the Israel Defense Forces. He was captured by Hamas militants in a cross-border raid in June 2006, leading to a prolonged period of captivity. Shalit was held hostage for over five years until his release in a prisoner swap in October 2011. His abduction and subsequent rescue operation garnered significant media attention and public support in Israel.

served in the Israel Defense Forces

was held hostage for over five years

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