Michael Herzog, at The Blogs

Michael Herzog

Feb 15, 2025, 11:06 PM

Al-Qassam Brigades hand over hostages Ofer Kalderon and Yarden Bibas to the Red Cross, as part of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip. February 01, 2025. (Abed Rahim Khaatib/Flash90)

Israel must give Phase II of the ceasefire deal a chance, not just to save hostages, but to heal the open wound in Israeli society

About Me

Michael (Mike) Herzog served as Israel’s Ambassador to the United States between November 2021 and January 2025. He is a retired IDF Brigadier General and played a key role in Israel’s peace negotiations over the years.