We regret to inform you
that your son has died this morning
when securing a road
south of Kandahar.
The Improvised Explosive Device
gave him no chance.
He who set the device
was in our hands
the hours before the explosion;
he refused, however, to disclose
the exact location of the bomb,
and we did not want to torture
or become uncivilized
when seeking this kind of information.
We respected his right to remain silent.
You may find comfort knowing
that he is resting now
after discussing his options
with his lawyer.
Your son died for a noble cause,
Mrs. B –– .
By Shai Ben-Shalom
