In Israel, mass demonstrations took place on Saturday, July 6. Nearly 170,000 people in Tel Aviv, tens of thousands in Jerusalem and other cities marched to demand the conclusion of an agreement allowing the release of the hostages.
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With our correspondent in Jerusalem, Michel Paul
The demonstrators are demanding the immediate release of the hostages and also early elections. A particularly strong mobilization this Saturday evening. With a warning addressed to the Israeli Prime Minister by Einav Zangauker, the mother of a hostage held in Gaza.
” For the first time in many months, we feel optimism. For the first time, I feel that I will soon be able to hug my son Natane. We must not miss this opportunity. Netanyahu, do not dare to break our hearts again! ” exclaims Einav Zangauker.
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“We must sign the agreement”
For the protesters, it is necessary to take advantage of the softening of Hamas’ position, which has apparently given up demanding a permanent ceasefire before any agreement. And above all, to counter the efforts of the Israeli extreme right to prevent the finalization of such an agreement.
Shir Yerushalmi is campaigning for an end to the fighting in the Palestinian enclave. This is not the first time we find ourselves in this situation. We know that an agreement is on the table. And that the government is trying to torpedo it and continue the war to ensure its political survival. This must be stopped. The agreement must be signed. It just depends on our government. “, says Shir Yerushalmi.
Negotiations are expected to resume on Monday in the Qatari capital.