US Secretary of State Antony Blinken sees ‘encouraging signs’ for Gaza truce deal and hostage release. Hamas speaks of progress in the negotiations. For his part, the Israeli Prime Minister warns against the manipulations of the Palestinian organization on the subject of hostages. This Saturday evening, like every week, demonstrations took place throughout Israel for the release of the 100 hostages still held in Gaza.
With our correspondent in Jerusalem, Michel Paul
Hostage families say we must act and act quickly. With a breath of optimism, as Marlène says near the residence of Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem, for an agreement to release a certain number of hostages.
« It seems incredible that for over a year they have been there, believes Marlène. We don’t know how many are alive, but I think there is indeed a possible opening. And maybe if the government is able to take that step, that would be great. »
An agreement which provides for the release of a small number of hostages
But the emerging agreement provides for the release of only a small number of hostages. And for Adar it’s the worst scenario: “ We must free them all, otherwise the others will definitely die. I think some are already dead. I believe only 50% are still alive and that is an optimistic estimate. »
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