Minister Porush implores UN envoy to deliver matzah and wine to hostages in Gaza

• Published date: 18 April 2024
• Author: JERUSALEM POST STAFF
• Publication title: Jerusalem Post, The: Web Edition Articles (Israel)

The letter begins by explaining the holiday, its customs, and an abridged Passover story. Porush then writes, "To our great regret, not all the people of Israel will be able to celebrate the Seder night according to the traditions of their ancestors."

He then recalls the hostages held in Gaza for over six months, saying, "133 of our brothers and sisters are not with us and are held captive by the terrorist organization Hamas, which has held them by violent force since the murderous attack on Simchat Torah."

In support of the release of the hostages before Passover

Porush continues that everyone is working diligently and praying for the release of the captives before the holiday so they can celebrate in the state of Israel.

He then asks the UN envoy to work to bring matzah and wine to the hostages so they can celebrate the holiday symbolically, adding that this act could possibly lift the spirits of the hostages held in Gaza against their will.

"This is a basic monetary requirement which you, as the United Nations Special...