"Families of Hostages Receive Signs of Life, Spark Chaos and Protests in Israel"

Families of hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip have received signs of life from more than a dozen captives, sparking debate among the families on how to proceed. Some advocate for intensified protests, while others call for a measured approach to allow negotiations to progress. The hostages, held for 154 days, continue to suffer, with concerns raised about potential sexual violence. Hamas has laid out conditions for their release, including a permanent ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and the return of Gazans to their homes, but Israel remains committed to dismantling Hamas's infrastructure.