Hundreds of protesters gathered in Caesarea near the private residence of Benjamin Netanyahu yesterday, demanding his resignation as Israeli prime minister. This was part of a larger movement aimed at increasing pressure on the leader and prompting new elections. Among the participants was Amos Malka, a former head of Israeli military intelligence, who accused Netanyahu of neglecting the hostages held by Hamas and causing frustration among their families.
Meanwhile, families of around twenty Israeli hostages have criticized Netanyahu’s handling of negotiations with Hamas, calling his behavior “criminal” and expressing a desire to remove him from office. They accuse Netanyahu of prioritizing victory in the war over securing the release of their loved ones. The father of an American-born soldier held by Hamas expressed skepticism about Netanyahu’s efforts to free the hostages, noting a lack of transparency in the negotiation process.
Despite these criticisms and ongoing protests, Netanyahu met with the families of captive soldiers for the first time since October 7. However, concerns remain about his commitment to resolving the hostage crisis. The families are determined to replace him in order to accelerate efforts to secure an agreement with Hamas. Tensions surrounding Netanyahu’s leadership and his handling of the hostage situation continue to fuel public dissent and calls for political change.
