The decision to move from “there won’t be Hamas” and “military pressure brings hostages home” to some kind of de facto ceasefire and managed conflict, and leaving Hamas in power, will not bode well.
Protesters used the slogan "a step away from giving birth," as a sinister play on an April statement by Prime Minister Benjamin Netnayhu in which he said that Israel is "a step away from victory."
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Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Sinwar is basking in the residual effect of Israel’s self-defense since October 7, delighting in the fruit of the labors of those who may not necessarily want to be counted as his helpers.
"It's important that we reach a deal so that all the mothers can embrace their children and husbands, just as I hug my mother every morning now," Jan said.
Protesters called for the return of their loved ones, and specifically dedicated their efforts to the women held by Hamas and fears that hostage women may be pregnant.