Tens of thousands of Israelis protest in Tel Aviv, calling for an end to Gaza war
'We're here to make it very clear to the Israeli government that this is probably the last minute we have to save the hostages that are being held in the Hamas tunnels for almost 700 days,' Ofir Penso, a 50-year-old Arabic teacher, told Agence France-Presse.
Demonstrations have been held regularly through most of the 22 months of
war in the wake of the Hamas attacks in 2023 but Sunday's protests appeared to be one of the largest yet.
The renewed energy of the movement came with the government deciding just over a week ago to seize Gaza City and nearby camps in a new offensive.
Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu's vow to conquer the most populated swathes of Gaza has triggered an international backlash while aid agencies and
United Nations experts have warned of unfolding famine in the territory.
Recent video footage released by Palestinian militants showed hostages heavily emaciated and pale – spurring fears that the captives' health is more fragile than ever.
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