Tel Aviv: Thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv on Saturday to demand action from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government in securing the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.
Families of the hostages, holding pictures of their loved ones still in captivity, joined the protest. Naama Weinberg, whose cousin was abducted and reportedly killed by Hamas, spoke out against the group’s recent claims of another captive’s death.
“They must be saved now,” Weinberg urged the government and the international community.
Later in the evening, some protesters blocked a main highway in the city, prompting police to intervene with water cannons and make several arrests. The ongoing conflict in Gaza, triggered by Hamas’ attack in October, continues to devastate the region.
Published 12 May 2024, 00:26 IST