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Canadian-Israeli Benjamin Hassin Rebuilds Life in Jerusalem After Decade in Iraqi Prison
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Benjamin Hassin, a Canadian-Israeli man, has returned to Israel after spending over 11 years in Iraqi prisons, including nearly five years under a death sentence. Arrested in 2015 after a self-defense shooting, Hassin endured severe abuse and difficult conditions before his eventual release on September 16, 2026. He is now rebuilding his life in Jerusalem, studying at Aish Hatorah Yeshiva, and cherishes his newfound freedom after a decade-long ordeal.
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- Benjamin Hassin returned to Israel after over 11 years imprisoned in Iraq, including time on death row.
- He was arrested in 2015 following a self-defense incident and faced severe abuse and harsh prison conditions.
- Hassin's death sentence was commuted to 15 years, but his parole was denied before his unexpected release.
- He is now studying at Aish Hatorah Yeshiva in Jerusalem and rebuilding his life.
- Thousands of people contributed to his release, including legal and financial support for a sulha agreement.
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