Israeli and Palestinian Fathers Bridge Divides Three Years After October 7

Three years after the October 7 attacks, two fathers are reaching across the gulf that divides Israelis and Palestinians. Jonathan Dekel-Chen is the father of Sagui Dekel-Chen, who was shot, kidnapped, and held hostage for nearly 500 days. Jaser Abu Moussa is from Gaza, where an Israeli airstrike killed his wife and two of his children. Despite their profound losses, they are working together to bridge divides and foster understanding. In this PBS News segment, Nick Schifrin speaks with both men ahead of their appearance at 'Across the Divide,' an initiative that brings together individuals from opposing sides of the conflict. Their stories highlight the human cost of the ongoing violence and the possibility of reconciliation through dialogue. The report offers a poignant look at how personal tragedy can lead to a commitment to peace and mutual recognition. It underscores the importance of empathy and communication in the pursuit of a lasting resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.