"I realize I can't do this alone. The emotional burden is heavy, and the financial fears are real. I never thought I would ask for help," Doron Katz-Asher shared.
National Unity leader Benny Gantz says the opposition will back a hostage deal and urges Netanyahu to act swiftly: "You stand at a critical crossroads."
While most Israelis did not want to govern the Palestinians, they were also not willing to risk national security, Gantz added.
This could change pending an assessment by haredi MKs later this week, according to one of the spokespersons.
Gantz also added that "important settlements need to happen in the West Bank, in the North and the South.”
Gantz said Israel “cannot allow a direct and significant threat to its citizens on any border,” and insisted the country must retain security control and operational freedom in Gaza.
The October Council, representing October 7 victims' families, accused the government of a conflict of interest.
Benny Gantz expressed his support for the teachers as well and criticized Netanyahu's conduct on the matter.
Yair Lapid, Benny Gantz, and Yair Golan all denounced Netanyahu, as well as senior activists representing families affected by the October 7 massacre.
Bennett underwent a catheterization, according to the reports.