136 Israeli hostages have been held in Gaza for almost 100 days, many with chronic diseases. Their conditions are deteriorating due to the harsh circumstances of their captivity.
The ambassador emphasized that it is clear that if Hamas regains its capabilities, it will attempt to carry out another massacre against Israeli civilians.
Michal Herzog, who has taken the issue of gender abuse under her wing, spoke of double standards.
The demands put forth by HWZOA in the petition are clear: the ICRC must cease its neglect of these hostages and take proactive measures to ensure their well-being
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The world cannot be held hostage by the Red Cross. It has proven unwilling to do the most basic tasks to help victims.
"We are sparing no effort, both seen and hidden, to bring all of the hostages home," Netanyahu told hostages' families at the Knesset plenum.
"The releases in themselves are highly complex, highly sensitive missions," the head of the ICRC said.
At the meeting, the Health Ministry officials presented serious information and evidence about the mental and health condition of the abductees who returned to Israel from Hamas captivity.
Red Cross President Mirjana Spoljaric told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that putting pressure on Hamas may 'shut the door' on a future hostage deal.
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