Netanyahu Faces Intense Scrutiny Over Hostage Crisis in Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu offers increased rewards for information as criticism mounts over handling of hostage negotiations.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is under pressure from critics and hostage families during a Knesset debate regarding the ongoing hostage situation in Gaza.
- Netanyahu has increased the reward for information leading to the rescue of hostages from NIS 1 million to NIS 5 million, with safe passage promised to informants.
- Negotiations for the release of 101 hostages have stalled, with blame being directed at Hamas, while Qatar has suspended its mediation efforts.
- The change in U.S. administration, with President-elect Donald Trump set to take office, adds complexity to the negotiation dynamics.
- Netanyahu's opponents accuse him of failing to secure a deal, as public protests and political opposition grow louder.