Jun 27th, 2008 · It's been two years since Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit was captured on the border with Gaza. Shalit's parents say the government isn't doing enough to get their son released. It's hoped the Shalit will be freed during a prisoner exchange between Israel and the Hamas militants who control Gaza.
Apr 22nd, 2007 · Nearly 10 months after Palestinian militants in Gaza captured Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, Palestinian officials claim a prisoner exchange deal is nearly finalized. They say Israel will release some 1,400 Palestinian prisoners in three stages in exchange for Corp. Shalit. In Israel, the release is seen as controversial; some say it's rewarding terrorism.
Jul 3rd, 2006 · Noam Shalit, the father of abducted Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, says he has not heard any news of his son's condition. While he says he supports the Israeli government's refusal to negotiate with militants for the release of prisoners in exchange for his son, Shalit hopes Israel will exercise restraint.