Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Families Demand Focus on Hostage Returns Over Politics

3/13/2025

50 10

Summary

Story summary

Families of hostages held by Hamas are voicing their frustration with Israel's Southern Command chief, Yaniv Asor, accusing him of focusing on eliminating Hamas instead of prioritizing the safe return of their loved ones. With 59 hostages still unaccounted for, they urge that human lives must come before political agendas, as tense negotiations continue.

1 of 1

Story summary

Families of hostages held by Hamas are voicing their frustration with Israel's Southern Command chief, Yaniv Asor, accusing him of focusing on eliminating Hamas instead of prioritizing the safe return of their loved ones. With 59 hostages still unaccounted for, they urge that human lives must come before political agendas, as tense negotiations continue.