Israelis Rally for Hostages in Tel Aviv
Hundreds of thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square on Saturday night, hoping it would be the final vigil for the hostages taken to Gaza two years ago.
A ceasefire struck on Friday is expected to bring back 48 hostages, with 20 alive. Demonstrators carried signs thanking U.S. President Donald Trump for his role in the deal.
- Massive posters of the 48 hostages surrounded the square.
- 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 played a role in the negotiations, attended the rally. Witkoff was visibly emotional, while Kushner and Trump drew applause.
Author's summary: Israelis rally for hostages in Tel Aviv.