Families of Israeli hostages held in Gaza for 15 months express cautious hope for their imminent release based on reports of a potential deal. They remain apprehensive while awaiting concrete developments, emphasizing the need for care and consideration during this sensitive time. The families have endured numerous hopes raised and dashed since the October 7, 2023 attack, which saw their relatives captured by Hamas. Previous temporary ceasefire agreements led to the release of some hostages, but many remain captive. The families are urging the Israeli government to prioritize their loved ones' release and ensure no one is left behind. They met with Prime Minister Netanyahu, who assured them talks are progressing. The potential deal involves an initial release of 33 hostages and the freeing of up to 1,000 Palestinian prisoners, along with a partial Israeli troop withdrawal. However, concerns remain about far-right parties within Netanyahu's coalition, who oppose any agreement until Hamas is completely defeated.
The families of Israel i hostages held captive for 15 months in the Gaza Strip have voiced cautious optimism their loved ones may soon be free as
“Every day you fear the worst,” Moshe Emilio Lavi – whose brother-in-law, Omri Miran, is among the hostages – told the Guardian. “Time ran out a long time ago. The international community completely failed. Our government failed by not prioritising their release enough.” Representatives then met the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, who told them that talks were advancing and “he is doing everything he can to bring about the release of all hostages”, Israel’s Channel 12 reported., told reporters outside the Knesset: “From what we understand, at this stage, only the first phase of the deal has been agreed upon completely We are deeply concerned that, 465 days after 7 October, there is still no agreement promising the return of all hostages.
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