Title: Netanyahu Urges Russia to Pressure Hamas for Release of Hostages
In a recent telephone conversation between Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov and Hamas officials, Bogdanov demanded the release of the hostages held in Gaza. This comes after a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in which Netanyahu emphasized the need for Russia to help secure the release of Israeli citizens held captive in Gaza.
Netanyahu expressed his appreciation for Russia’s efforts to free an Israeli citizen with Russian citizenship and requested that Russia put pressure on the Red Cross to provide visits and medicine for the abductees. The Prime Minister also stated that Israel will use both political and military means to secure the release of all hostages.
During a cabinet meeting, Netanyahu delivered a message to the international community, emphasizing that it is impossible to support the elimination of the terrorist organization Hamas and expect the fighting in Gaza to end quickly. He also pointed out to leaders of France, Germany, and other countries that ending the fighting now would prevent one of its goals – the destruction of Hamas.
Additionally, Netanyahu expressed his displeasure with the positions expressed by Russian representatives at the UN and in other forums against Israel. He criticized the dangerous cooperation between Russia and Iran and stressed the need for Russia to pressure Hamas for the release of the hostages.
The telephone conversations and diplomatic efforts highlight the ongoing tensions in the region and the international community’s involvement in seeking a resolution to the situation in Gaza. As the IDF presents the blows suffered by the terrorist organization Hezbollah, the demand for the release of hostages remains a top priority for Israeli officials.
The discussions between Putin, Netanyahu, and other key leaders indicate a united effort to address the ongoing crisis in Gaza, with hopes for a peaceful resolution and the safe return of all hostages.