Israely Rally for Hostages
Hundreds of thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square, hoping for the final vigil on behalf of the hostages taken to Gaza two years ago.
Massive posters showed the 48 hostages expected to be returned, with 20 alive, under the terms of a ceasefire struck on Friday.
- Demonstrators carried signs thanking U.S. President Donald Trump for his role in the deal.
- Hostage families expressed excitement and grief at the prospect of reuniting with their loved ones or receiving their remains.
This is the most powerful sight
Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Ivanka Trump, who helped push negotiations between Israel and Hamas, were present at the rally, with Witkoff visibly emotional and Kushner and Trump drawing applause.
Author's summary: Israelis rally for hostages in Tel Aviv.