On January 17, in a recent political development, Yair Lapid, the leader of Israel's opposition in the Knesset, addressed concerns regarding a coalition party's threat to exit the government if a deal for the release of hostages held in Gaza is approved. He conveyed a message of reassurance to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu via social media, stating that he will provide necessary support for the hostage deal, emphasizing its significance over any political disagreements they may have.
In a contrasting stance, Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's National Security Minister and head of the Otzma Yehudit Party, criticized the proposed ceasefire with Hamas, threatening to withdraw from the government should it be approved. He expressed that such a decision would not only fail to ensure the release of all hostages but also jeopardize those who remain captive, asserting that it would potentially conclude the ongoing conflict prematurely while Hamas still poses a threat. Ben-Gvir indicated that if there is a need to resume military action against Hamas to fulfill the war's objectives, his party would consider returning to the government.
7 Comments
Marishka
👎 Ben-Gvir's stance is putting the hostages at further risk. He needs to stop jeopardizing their safety.
Pupsik
🙏🙏🙏 Lapid leading by example. We need more unity and less partisanship in these times.
Marishka
🙌 Kudos to Lapid for his bipartisan approach. This is what we need to see more of in our leaders.
Pupsik
😠 How can Ben-Gvir be so insensitive to the suffering of the hostages and their families? Shame on him!
Marishka
🇮🇱 👏 Thank you Lapid for prioritizing the lives of our people above political squabbles. This is true leadership!
ArtemK
💪💪 Lapid is demonstrating true leadership by putting the safety of our citizens first. Bravo!
Muchacha
🙏 Thank you Lapid for your commitment to saving lives. This is the kind of leadership we need.