"Arr! Lions' matey, Alex Anzalone, beseecheth Biden to lend a hand, for parents be marooned in Israel!"
2023-10-08
Avast ye! 'Tis a dire tale from Detroit! The valiant buccaneer, Alex Anzalone, doth relay that his kin and their holy crew be entangled in a sticky situation in Israel, aye! May the winds of fortune blow in their favor amidst this encounter with the scoundrels of Hamas!
Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone played Sunday's game with a heavy heart as his parents, Sal and Judy Anzalone, are part of a group stuck in Israel due to the ongoing conflict with Hamas. The group, consisting of 53 people from First Naples Church in Naples, Florida, is now trying to find a way back to the United States amidst the chaos. Anzalone expressed his concerns after the game, stating that it's been on his mind constantly. The group is scheduled to leave Tel Aviv on Thursday.After the game, Anzalone made a public plea to President Biden on social media, asking for assistance in getting his parents home. In response, Rep. Byron Donalds, who revealed that 53 members of his constituency were also in Jerusalem, emphasized the need for assistance and a strong stance against Hamas. He called for the Biden administration to take a similar position.
The pastor of the church, Alan Brumback, provided an update on Facebook, stating that they are doing well at their hotel in Jerusalem and asking for prayers for a peaceful resolution. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of over 1,100 people, with Hamas launching missiles at Israel and Israel declaring war on the Iran-backed group.
While Anzalone tries to focus on his football career, his thoughts and concerns for his parents in Israel continue to weigh heavily on him. He, along with others in similar situations, hopes for a swift and safe return for their loved ones amidst the ongoing conflict.