Urgent Action Needed

Sample Letter

Dear : 

While efforts are underway to bring calm to the Middle East, another crucial issue warrants your immediate attention. 
 
In a clear-cut violation of international law, three Israeli soldiers were abducted by Hezbollah on October 7, 2000 while on operational duty along the border fence in the Dov Mountain range along Israel’s border with Lebanon. The soldiers - Sergeant Adi Avitan of Tiberias, Staff Sergeant Binyamin Avraham of Bnei Brak and Staff Sergeant Omar Souad of Salma - are believed to have been wounded during the incident. 

According to the Israel Defense Forces, Hezbollah terrorists set two roadside bombs, then crossed through a gate near the fence, pulled the three soldiers out of their jeep and fired anti-armor missiles at the empty vehicle. The soldiers were taken by the terrorists to the Lebanese side of the border. Although the United States has called on Syria and asked them to assist in the timely release of these three soldiers, no information has been given as to their conditions or whereabouts. The Israeli government has appealed to UN Secretary General Kofi Anan to assist on their behalf. The International Red Cross has also been requested to intervene to arrange for a visit with the three kidnapped IDF soldiers. 

The agony of the families of these three kidnapped Israeli soldiers is extreme. They have not heard a word regarding the fate of their sons who are being held captive for political ransom. 

We urge you to do all within your means to resolve this urgent human rights issue. The terrible plight of those held captive is a matter of urgency and we hope that you will find a way to respond to this appeal. 
 
Sincerely,

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