In recent days, the families of Israeli hostages still being held in Gaza have grown increasingly desperate. Israel retaliated with massive airstrikes on the Gaza Strip and a ground invasion that local health officials say have killed 26,000 Palestinians. (Marcus Yam / Los Angeles Times)Families of the 105 hostages believed to be alive in Gaza say another deal is urgently needed. (Marcus Yam / Los Angeles Times)On Wednesday evening, several hundred protesters turned out for a rally in support of the hostages. “If the hostages come back, he doesn’t have a reason to continue the war.”The nightly protests outside Netanyahu’s home have drawn even former hostages.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 25, 2024 19:05 UTC