Israel’s Ambassador to the US Michael Herzog urges the public to join an online campaign to wish Ohad Zichri — an Israeli boy who is one of the 30 children held by terrorists in Gaza — a happy birthday.
Ohad will be turning nine on Monday.
His family says Ohad “is a bright kid who loves soccer, tennis and solving the Rubik’s cube.”
Ohad was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists and brought into Gaza along with mother Keren and his grandparents.
“We send Ohad and all those who were kidnapped strength and courage. We hope and pray we will be able to celebrate with them soon. Israel will spare no effort to bring them home, safe and sound,” says a statement from the Israeli Embassy in Washington.
“Please join Ambassador Herzog in wishing Ohad a happy birthday by signing the e-card linked below or by sending an email to: KIDnappedBday@washington.mfa.gov.il,” the statement adds.
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