Israeli Reservist Released After Eight Months Detention in Thailand, Netanyahu Pledges Support
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Israeli reservist A was released after eight months detained in Thailand for carrying a loaded magazine during his honeymoon. Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with him and his family, thanking them and pledging ongoing support for Israeli citizens abroad.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israeli reservist A was detained in Thailand for carrying a loaded magazine during his honeymoon.
- He was held for nearly eight months before being released.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with the soldier and his family after their return.
- Netanyahu thanked them for their military service and pledged Israel's support for citizens abroad.
- The family expressed gratitude for the government's efforts to secure their release.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he spoke with reservist A and his family following the soldier's release from nearly eight months of detention in Thailand. The reservist was arrested during his honeymoon after authorities found a loaded magazine in his luggage. Netanyahu congratulated the couple on their return to Israel, expressed gratitude for their military service, and affirmed that Israel will always act to protect its citizens worldwide. The family expressed their appreciation to Netanyahu, saying, "Thank you for doing everything possible to bring us back, it warms the heart. Thank you for not leaving us behind."
