Multiple Members of Israeli Resident’s Family on the Front Lines in a Time of War
It is not very often that someone is so close to an explosive international story that is unfolding on a near daily basis, is available to talk about it. Jonathan Feldstein is the exception. Feldstein, who was born and educated in the U.S. has been living in Israel since 2004. Now, he is witnessing unprecedented times while there.
With multiple family members serving in the IDF, to include a son stationed on the border with Lebanon, and who may be inside Lebanon right now, Jonathan is giving firsthand accounts about what has been going on in Israel recently, all while doing interviews on the anniversary of the October 7th attacks by Hamas last year.
To re-cap significant events in recent weeks: 1.) Pagers of Hezbollah operatives exploded, resulting in more than a dozen deaths and thousands of injuries 2.) Soon thereafter, Hezbollah walkie-talkies exploded 3.) Hezbollah commander Hasan Nasrallah was killed by a precision IDF strike 4.) Israel launches ground attack inside Lebanon 5.) Iran fires nearly 200 rockets into Israel. There was only one death, it was an arab and it was caught on video (link below):
Casualty in Jericho from Iranian missile attack GRAPHIC (youtube.com)
Now, Feldstein is making himself available for interviews on the anniversary of the horrifying October 7th attacks by Hamas operatives near Gaza, in which more than 1000 innocent Israelis were slaughtered and hundreds more taken hostage.
October is a month of many holidays in Israel. Normally, Feldstein would be spending his time observing them. However, he is making himself available on October 7th and 8th ONLY (possibly the 9th or 10th) for interviews. Please schedule with him now.
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Feldstein joins us now to discuss the situation further.
Q&A:
- You’ve been living in Israel since 2004. How has your perspective on the conflict evolved during your time there, particularly considering recent events?
- With multiple family members serving in the IDF, including your son stationed on the border with Lebanon, how does this personal connection impact your emotional experience of the ongoing conflict?
- Can you describe the atmosphere in Israel as you and your family navigate this time of heightened tension, especially as you approach the anniversary of the October 7th attacks?
- What insights can you share about the recent explosions involving Hezbollah operatives? How have these events shifted the dynamics of the conflict?
- You mentioned that Hezbollah’s commander, Hasan Nasrallah, was killed in a recent IDF strike. How significant is this development in the context of Israel’s military strategy and the ongoing conflict?
- As the situation in Lebanon escalates, what are your thoughts on the potential implications for Israel’s security and the broader region?
- How do you feel the international community is responding to these recent events, and what more do you believe should be done to support Israel during this crisis?
- With October being a month of many holidays in Israel, how do you balance the somber remembrance of past attacks with the celebrations typically associated with this time? Tell us about the Genesis 123 Foundation.
- It is a nonprofit whose mission is to build bridges between Jews and Christians with Israel in ways that are new, unique, and meaningful.
- Where may we find more information on the Genesis 123 Foundation?
- Answer: You can learn more at the official website at https://love.genesis123.co/.
About Jonathan Feldstein…
Jonathan lives in Israel and has a son and son-in-law currently serving in the IDF. He has established an emergency fund through his Genesis 123 Foundation:
Israel has suffered barrages of thousands of rockets and missiles fired at Israeli communities creating death, damage, injuries, fear and trauma. The security threats, deaths, injuries, and trauma are at a level unseen in years.
The Genesis 123 Foundation is standing in the breech to provide emergency needs including civilian security, soldiers’ welfare, those suffering trauma, people whose homes have been destroyed, and emergency medical needs.
Every donation of any size makes a huge difference. https://love.genesis123.co/
Jonathan Feldstein is president and founder of The Genesis 123 Foundation. Jonathan was born and educated in the U.S. and immigrated to Israel in 2004. He is married and the father of six.
Throughout his life and career, he has been blessed by the calling to fellowship with Christians to serve as a bridge between Jews and Christians and to help connect Christians to Israel in a meaningful way.
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