Hostage Forum Urges Action Amid Israeli-Hamas Stalemate
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum expressed concern after talks in Qatar stalled, urging Israel to seize the moment. Despite a majority of Israelis, including many Netanyahu supporters, backing a hostage deal with Hamas, the proposal has not advanced. The Forum fears ongoing conflict benefits Hamas.
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Tel Aviv [Israel], July 13 (ANI/TPS): The Hostages and Missing Families Forum voiced alarm following stalled negotiations in Qatar. An Israeli official revealed that Israel accepted a Qatari ceasefire proposal, but Hamas rejected it.
The Forum warns that failing to capitalize on current momentum could be a significant setback. It stated that each day the conflict continues is a win for Hamas and endangers hostages and soldiers.
Reflecting public sentiment, a Channel 12 poll showed 74% of Israelis support a hostage release deal with Hamas. Among Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition voters, 60% are in favor, emphasizing that most Israelis desire an end to the war in Gaza and the return of hostages.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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