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A Briskly Paced Story of Heroism and Bravery in the Search for Middle East Peace
2014
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After decades of war and insurgency, the Israeli/Palestinian conflict puts two good men from opposing sides at odds with each other. They both yearn for the best for their people and eventual peace. Overcoming initial mistrust, resentment, and myopic views, they realize they; like most of their people, just want to live in a peaceful land with respect and dignity. Major David Regev is a decorated Israeli commando who has spent years infiltrating enemy cells and assassinating individuals de...
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