Those “who were proven to be guilty of espionage have already been executed, while investigations are still ongoing with others,” a source said.
Released hostage Ilana Gritzewsky opened up about her ongoing feelings of survivor guilt, knowing she made it out of Gaza alive while others remain captive.
"There is no deal yet," a US official said, while the Israeli official noted the proposal was "more an idea that isn't fully clear or fully developed."
The former defense minister said there was no question that returning the hostages needed to take priority over destroying Hamas.
Hundreds of Gazans march in rare anti-Hamas protest • Katz, Zamir meet to work in cooperation following public clash
“It gives them strength—they talk about how Israel will destroy itself from within, and that’s what empowers them," Omer Shem Tov said.
Israel sees its largest protests since Oct. 7 as war, judicial crisis, and hostage concerns fuel unrest.
Among other threats and manipulations, hostage families were told that if they spoke out, their family member who was held hostage would turn into a symbol.
The greatest danger in our history—and today—is the danger from within: corrupt leaders who prioritize their own interests over the good of the country.
The war in Gaza is not over. There are still 59 hostages held by Hamas. Israel’s enemies remain emboldened.
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