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U.S. Envoys Visit Western Wall Ahead of Expected Hostage Releases

The high-profile stop highlighted prayers for a pending hostage-release agreement at the Western Wall.

Overview

  • U.S. Envoy for Peace Missions Steve Witkoff visited the Western Wall on Friday with his partner Lauren, joined by Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump.
  • Rabbi Shmuel Rabinovitch welcomed the group and noted sustained prayer gatherings for the captives and their families.
  • The delegation prayed for completion of the agreement, the safe return of living hostages, and proper burial for those who perished.
  • Witkoff performed the Sukkot Four Species ritual, and the visitors placed notes in the Wall, prayed privately, and signed the guest book.
  • Witkoff voiced hopes for regional peace, and Kushner wished President Trump strength and vision to help secure a successful resolution.