In a video released by Hamas, Israeli captives Keith Siegel and Omri Miran pleaded for their release, expressing their love for their families. Siegel broke down in tears as he recounted celebrating Passover with his loved ones last year. The two men urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to make a deal to secure their safe return.
The release of the video comes as Hamas considers Israel’s latest counterproposal for a Gaza ceasefire, with Egypt working as a mediator to restart negotiations. The captives were taken during the Hamas assault, which resulted in the deaths of over a thousand people. Protesters in Israel are calling for Netanyahu’s resignation, demanding an end to the war and the release of the hostages.