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Israeli Reservists Demand Focus on Hostage Rescue, Not War

4/19/2025

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Thousands of Israeli reservists and veterans are rallying for the government to focus on freeing hostages rather than escalating military action against Hamas. With nearly 70% of the public backing this sentiment, critics are calling out Prime Minister Netanyahu for allegedly using the war for political advantage, jeopardizing the lives of those held captive and straining military morale.

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Thousands of Israeli reservists and veterans are rallying for the government to focus on freeing hostages rather than escalating military action against Hamas. With nearly 70% of the public backing this sentiment, critics are calling out Prime Minister Netanyahu for allegedly using the war for political advantage, jeopardizing the lives of those held captive and straining military morale.