Rabbi Ovadiah Yosef discusses the question of whether it is permissible to pay a higher ransom for Jewish hostages in cases where their lives are in immediate danger.

In this article, the author discusses Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's views on the exchange of imprisoned terrorists for hostages, focusing on the concept of pidyon shevuyim (the redemption or ransom of captives) in Jewish tradition.

The author discusses the pain caused by a recent hostage deal and aims to alleviate some of the concerns surrounding it.

In the face of the destruction in Gaza, it is important to remember the lessons of the Torah and the wisdom it imparts.

The author explores the concept of "pidyon shevuyim" (redemption of captives) in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.