Protests Erupt Across Israel Over Hostage Crisis

Protests erupted across Israel as thousands demanded Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu take immediate action to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. The demonstrations intensified after the Israeli military recovered the bodies of six hostages, leading to nationwide protests and roadblocks organized by the Hostages Families Forum. Protesters criticized Netanyahu for allegedly sabotaging negotiations for political gain and demanded a ceasefire to bring the hostages home. Labor unions called for a general strike, while police faced challenges in managing the mass gatherings. Former IDF military intelligence chief Amos Yadlin condemned the government's stance on maintaining IDF deployment, accusing it of abandoning the hostages. The protests highlight growing public frustration and the urgent call for a resolution to the hostage crisis.