Israeli President Isaac Herzog declared on Sunday that an “absolute majority” of the country supports a ceasefire deal that secures the release of the remaining hostages.
His comments, which coincide with the nine-month anniversary of the Oct. 7 terrorist attack when Hamas killed roughly 1,200 people and kidnapped approximately 250 others, come as Israeli and Hamas negotiators are continuing the recently renewed ceasefire discussions. It’s unclear how many of the roughly 100 hostages are still alive.
“Our commitment to return the kidnapped is absolute and supreme. We do not forget them for a moment. The people of Israel do not forget them for a moment. In every home and family, in every synagogue, in every community, in every public and priva …