Israeli reservists speak out against Gaza war as pressure on Netanyahu grows
Summary
Several thousand Israeli military reservists are opposing the continued fighting in Gaza. They are asking for the government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, to prioritize ending the conflict and securing the release of the remaining 59 hostages held by Hamas.Key Facts
- There is growing opposition in Israel to the ongoing war in Gaza.
- Thousands of Israeli military reservists have written letters asking for an end to the conflict.
- The reservists are urging the government to focus on freeing the 59 hostages still held by Hamas.
- Former head of Israeli spy agency Mossad, Danny Yatom, is amongst the critics of the government's handling of the conflict.
- More letters opposing the continued conflict are appearing from various military branches and a number of decorated commanders.
- Reports suggest that only about 50-60% of reservists are showing up for service, a significant drop.
- Public support in Israel for a new ceasefire and hostage release deal appears to be widespread, according to recent polls.
- The situation is considered by some to be a looming crisis, the biggest since Israel's first Lebanon war in 1982.
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