Amid discontent over Gaza, more Israelis back hostage deal DW 04/18/2025
Briefly

Thousands of Israeli reservists and security forces retirees are urging their government to focus on the release of hostages taken by Hamas over military retaliation. This emerging sentiment has been underscored by a series of petitions and protests occurring weekly across Israel, reflecting public opinion that nearly 70% of the population aligns with prioritizing the hostages. Notably, a coalition of former Mossad officers has publicly supported this initiative, asserting the importance of life over continued conflict. As military operations continue against Hamas, discontent grows over the government's approach to securing hostages' return.
We will join the call to act immediately to reach an agreement to return all 59 hostages home, without delay, even at the cost of cessation of the fighting.
The sanctity of life, Mr. Prime Minister, takes precedence over God of vengeance, highlighting the urgent moral imperative facing the Israeli government.
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