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Negotiations for the release of hostages are one of the most emotional topics in Israeli society. Recently, a high-ranking representative of the security forces made a sensational statement that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was delaying the conclusion of the agreement, causing a storm of emotions and protests.
“This is the moment of truth for the hostages,” a security official said. “We could release 20-30 hostages within six months, but the conditions set by the prime minister delay this decision for a week. By then, there may be fewer abductees alive.”
Netanyahu insists on the creation of a mechanism that would ensure that Hamas terrorists do not return to the northern Gaza Strip. Despite the fact that this condition was mentioned in some versions of the agreement, the prime minister demands guarantees of the fulfillment of this clause. But how to create such a mechanism, if even effective supervision of its implementation is problematic?
Representatives of the prime minister’s office reacted immediately: “The approval of the unnamed ‘representative of the security forces’ about the addition of new principles is false and baseless. The Prime Minister is holding firm on the plan to return the hostages. Hamas is trying to change the plan, and the prime minister is categorically against it.”
Meanwhile, despair reigns in the headquarters of the kidnapped families. They are shocked by the irresponsible actions of the leadership, which, in their opinion, deprive the country of a chance to save their loved ones.
“Until everyone comes to their senses and starts working together, no one will be returned. We have been waiting for our loved ones for 284 days and nights. Every minute is eternity for us, and every second is hell for them. We appeal to the prime minister: we support the agreement, Netanyahu. Now it’s your turn to support the agreement that you yourself proposed,” said the statement of the Headquarters.
A public opinion poll conducted by sociologist Manu Geva and published in the “Friday Studio” program of Channel 12 revealed deep dissatisfaction among the population. 44% of participants in the study believe that Netanyahu should resign immediately. Another 22% believe that he should leave his post after the end of the war. Only 28% of respondents want Netanyahu to remain head of government.
The situation surrounding the negotiations for the release of the hostages demonstrates the complexity of the political landscape in Israel. Public opinion is divided, and the negotiation process is dragging on. Netanyahu is faced with a difficult choice: to give in to the conditions for the sake of saving lives, or to insist on his positions, risking the loss of popular support.
For the hostages and their families, each day is an eternity, full of hope and despair. And for politicians, it is a struggle for principles and maintaining their position. The only question is which decision will turn out to be correct and who will take responsibility for its consequences.
Source:IsraelInfo
