Israel War Cabinet: International efforts have intensified to stop the Israel-Hamas war that has been going on for the last 7 months. Saudi Arabia and Egypt are in talks to resolve the Gaza crisis. Meanwhile, differences have emerged between Israeli ministers over the ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages.
Defense Minister Benny Gantz, who is part of Israel's War Cabinet, has said that the Israeli government will have no right to remain in power if it blocks a deal to release the hostages. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said it would be a shameful capitulation if the government was willing to compromise.
Along with this, Israel's Finance Minister said that if the planned attack by Israel on Rafah is postponed, then the current government cannot continue. Meanwhile, America's National Security Advisor John Kirby has said that Israel has assured that it will not attack in Rafah.
John Kirby said, “Secretary Blinken continues to push for this temporary ceasefire. This is at the top of his priority. We want this ceasefire to last for about six weeks. “During this time, all hostages can be released and provided assistance.” can be delivered where needed
Rafah, located on the border between Gaza and Egypt, is the only area where Israeli troops have not yet reached. International efforts are underway to establish a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to stop the Israeli attack on the city of Rafah, south of Gaza.
If this agreement is reached then Hamas will release the Israeli hostages. In return, Israel would cancel its proposed military operation in Rafah. Currently, more than one million people live in the city of Rafah. Most of them arrived here fleeing the rest of Gaza.
Let us tell you that Hamas is continuously trying to put pressure on Israel. He wants Israel to offer a ceasefire, but on its terms. Just two days ago, Hamas released a video of two Israeli hostages. Both hostages were appealing to Israel to end the war.
The hostages were identified as 64-year-old Keith Siegel and 47-year-old Omri Miran. In the video, the hostages are seen quite emotional remembering their family members. Both hostages were demanding their release and demanding a halt to the Israeli attack.
One hostage, Keith Siegel, feared for his life during the airstrike. “We are in a dangerous situation here,” he said. Our lives remain at risk during air strikes. This is very scary. We are forced to live in this difficult situation. How long will we remain like this?
On the other hand, massive protests are going on in Israel's Tel Aviv city regarding the release of hostages. On Saturday, thousands of people took to the streets carrying banners and posters, set fire to the roads and blocked the main road. Hostage Keith's daughter was also included in the video released in the show.
She was demanding the government to release her father. He said, 'Seeing my father today, we all emphasize that we should reach an agreement as soon as possible. All hostages should be brought home as soon as possible. The leaders of this country should watch the video and release the hostages.