The life sentence given to a spy for Israel in 1987 still reverberates today . Israel has sought Jonathan Pollard 's release for decades . U.S. intelligence and justice officials oppose any early release . Comment:
The life sentence given to a spy for Israel in 1987 still reverberates today . Israel has sought Jonathan Pollard 's release for decades . U.S. intelligence and justice officials oppose any early release . The issue touches on diplomatic , political and religious concerns .