Netanyahu's Brother's Role in Hostage Rescue Operation Revealed
Background and Early Views
Yonatan Netanyahu, the older brother of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, played a pivotal role in a top-secret hostage rescue operation. Netanjahu's early writings and speeches advocated for a hardline approach in dealing with adversaries.
Codename "Thunderbolt"
In 1976, Yonatan Netanyahu led the "Thunderbolt" operation, which aimed to free over 100 hostages held by Palestinian terrorists at Entebbe Airport in Uganda. The operation was considered a daring and successful mission, with most hostages being rescued.
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