President Trump echoed the need to expand the war in Gaza, saying that the remaining 50 hostages can only be freed once Hamas is completely eradicated.

Trump pointed to what he described as his past role in securing the release of “hundreds” of hostages, though the figures he cited remain disputed

More than 300 demonstrations are expected throughout the day as hostages families try to bring the nation to a standstill. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that the nationwide strikes in support of the hostages in Hamas captivity on Sunday were delaying their release and preventing the war from coming to an end.

Hostages' Families Forum declares second nationwide day of disruptions next Sunday - Israel National News flashes around the clock are waiting for you on the site

Lavi, wife of abducted Israeli father Omri Miran, at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv on Aug. 17, 2024. (Hostages and Missing Families Forum)

Awsat's report is based on sources from the terrorist groups. Palestinian terrorist groups, including Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, are considering a plan to transfer hostages to Gaza City in order to deter the IDF's planned offensive and occupation of the area,

Political reporter Tal Schneider on a day of protests across Israel as PM Netanyahu doubles down on all-or-nothing offer to Hamas, plus Denmark premier's threat of sanctions