Israelis urge government to 'act now' on hostages at rally
Saturday, 16 December 2023 Waving placards and flags thousands arrived to protest what they see as government inaction over the plight of the hostages.
Hamas criticised US President Joe Biden on Sunday for linking a Gaza cease-fire to the release of Israelis held captive by the Palestinian group. Biden stated on Saturday that a cease-fire in Gaza could occur as soon as βtomorrowβ if Hamas released Israelis in its custody. Hamas deemed this stance as a step backward from the outcomes of previous negotiations. They noted that their approval of a proposal, facilitated by mediators from Egypt and Qatar, had been done with the knowledge of the United States.
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Saturday, 16 December 2023
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