How Just 50 People Are Tearing Israel Apart | Unpacked
Unpacked
In this Unpacked video, the ethical dilemma of trading Israeli hostages for imprisoned terrorists is explored through a Jewish lens, considering the historical and religious roots of captive redemption in Jewish law. The discussion centers around the high-profile case of Gilad Shalit, whose release involved freeing numerous Palestinian militants, sparking debate over the moral and security implications of such deals. The video examines the tension between the Jewish imperative to redeem captives and the potential threat to national security, questioning what Israel truly owes its captives and whether the cost can be justified under these circumstances.