Coming Soon | Entebbe - Diary of a Hostage

Fifty years after Entebbe, Yehuda Gottlieb’s impactful journal amplifies the legend and legacy of that historic operation, shedding light on the courage and resilience demonstrated not only by the rescuers, but by the hostages themselves. In the context of the heroism demanded of our many hostages from October 7, 2023, Yehuda’s story resonates even deeper, reminding us of the timeless challenges our people face – and our enduring ability to meet them.

Isaac Herzog, President of the State of Israel

A rare and authentic testimony of the days of captivity in Operation Entebbe, written in real time.… This is not merely a personal story, but a document of profound historical significance – a living, authentic voice from within the hostage experience. 

Sorin Hershko, Entebbe hero; co-founder, LOTEM–Making Nature Accessible

A cultural treasure, offering a rare, personal glimpse into Operation Entebbe and completing a crucial piece of its historical puzzle. 

Avner Avraham, former Mossad operative; deputy editor, Intelligence Heritage Center

Written in captivity, this remarkable diary reveals the fear, resilience, and humanity of the hostages – culminating in the moment Israeli soldiers burst into the terminal, calling out in

Hebrew, “We’ve come to take you home.”

Gadi Ilan, former Israeli soldier, participant in the Entebbe rescue operation

Publisher:

Gefen