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Family confirms death of Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin

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Hersh Goldberg-Polin was among the hostages seized by militants at a music festival in southern Israel on October 7 .

He lost part of an arm in the attack; his parents became perhaps the most high-profile relatives of hostages on the international stage.

"The family thanks you all for your love and support and asks for privacy at this time," it says.

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English

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