Michal Weinstein: Her Father Vanished. 19 Years Later, the Truth Finally Came Out.
Release Date: 11/01/2025
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info_outlineThe Miracle After the Darkness – Michal Weinstein’s Unbelievable Story
When Michal Weinstein was just ten years old, her father — a respected diamond dealer and Israeli diplomat — vanished without a trace. For nearly two decades, her family lived in painful uncertainty, surrounded by rumors, fear, and unanswered questions.
In this gripping episode, Michal opens up to Nachi Gordon about the shocking twists that followed: corruption at the highest levels, a decades-long mystery, and an unimaginable discovery that finally brought truth and closure 19 years later.
From her childhood in Far Rockaway and the day her father disappeared, to the miraculous moment his body was found and the profound faith that carried her through it all — Michal’s story is one of resilience, justice, and divine providence.
This isn’t just a true crime story — it’s a testament to faith, family, and the power of never giving up hope.
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