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Israel: Fury rages as thousands rally for hostage release

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Nicholas Welsh
April 28, 2024

A newly released video of two Israeli hostages taken by Hamas on October 7 has brought thousands of Israelis out in protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing government. Protesters in Tel Aviv are condemning the government's failure to prioritize the hostages' release.

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