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Netanyahu: Military Action Key To Freeing Hostages From Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu holds a press conference in Tel Aviv

During a recent interview, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed concerns regarding the prioritization of military action in Rafah over the safe return of hostages. Netanyahu acknowledged the differing opinions among the Israeli public, citing a poll by the Israel Democracy Institute that revealed 56 percent of Israelis believe bringing the hostages home should take precedence.

Netanyahu emphasized that he does not view the two objectives as mutually exclusive but rather as complementary goals. He argued that military pressure on Hamas is essential for securing the release of the hostages, as demonstrated by the partial release already achieved through such tactics.

Military pressure on Hamas seen as crucial for hostage release.
Netanyahu acknowledges public opinion favoring hostage return.
Netanyahu views military action and hostage retrieval as complementary goals.

The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of maintaining pressure on Hamas through military action, stating that without such pressure, Hamas is unlikely to cooperate. He expressed confidence that continued military operations against Hamas would lead to the safe return of the remaining hostages.

Netanyahu's stance reflects his belief in the dual importance of both military action and hostage retrieval. He reiterated his commitment to pursuing both objectives simultaneously, viewing them as integral components of a comprehensive strategy to address the situation in Rafah.

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