Thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv's Hostages Square to support a ceasefire and hostage release deal proposed by US President Joe Biden. Protesters are concerned that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might reject the deal, prioritizing his political future. The conflict, triggered by Hamas’s attack on October 7, has resulted in significant casualties on both sides.
On June 1, 2024, thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv's Hostages Square to support a ceasefire and hostage release deal proposed by US President
Joe Biden.
The crowd, adorned with Israeli and US flags, demonstrated their hope for the release of hostages held by Palestinian militants in Gaza.
President Biden outlined a three-stage roadmap towards a full ceasefire and hostage release.
Protesters expressed concern that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might reject the deal, prioritizing his political future over the hostages' release.
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum called for immediate government approval of the deal, emphasizing its urgency.
Netanyahu, however, stated that the plan does not rule out continuing operations against Hamas.
The conflict, triggered by Hamas’s attack on October 7, has resulted in significant casualties on both sides.