The Israeli NGO ‘Tikva Forum’, which represents the largest advocacy group for the hostages’ families, issued the statement below. It was distributed via WhatsApp and X today (20.01.2025).
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Many Israeli media outlets are highly manipulative, as they barely allow the Tikva Forum to have a say. On the other hand, left-extreme minority events of some individuals (but empowered by a lot of money and left mob) are brought to the foreground and are suggestively presented as the sole voice of the historical families.
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“Tikva Forum wholeheartedly welcomes the return of the kidnapped to their homes and families. This is an exciting moment when the dreams of many families come true, and the heart is filled with gratitude for the moments we have been waiting for with bated breath.
We share the joy and relief with the families who have returned to smile again and wish the kidnapped who were released a path of recovery, warmth and love among their loved ones.
However, our hearts are heavy and our eyes are fixed on those kidnapped who are still imprisoned in Gaza. Our loved ones left behind have not been forgotten for a moment. For them, we will continue to work tirelessly until they are returned to the bosom of their families.
Tikva Forum calls to remind: Any deal to release the kidnapped must include everyone, without exception.
Unfortunately, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to go for a partial deal has damaged the unity of the families and created an intolerable situation in which there are kidnapped people whose fate has not yet been decided.
In addition, it cannot be ignored that Netanyahu has become the prime minister who has released the largest number of murderous terrorists in the history of the country.
The release of these terrorists, when most of the hostages are still in Hamas’s hands, endangers the security of Israeli citizens and delays the release of the remaining hostages.
We demand an immediate halt to any step that strengthens Hamas rule until all the hostages are released. Hundreds of “aid” trucks entering the Strip without supervision are another shoulder given to our enemies and endanger our loved ones who remain in the tunnels.
Distribution of humanitarian aid, transfer of residents, or any other action that strengthens Hamas must be halted until all the hostages are returned home.
We will not stop working.
Tikva Forum calls on the Israeli government to act with courage and determination:
- Stop the aid that passes through Hamas and strengthens its rule, until all the hostages are released.
- To exert continuous military and political pressure until all the abductees are returned intact.
- Establish a clear policy that leaves no hostage behind.
The Tikva Forum will continue to be a clear and determined voice, placing the abductees at the top of the national priority list, and ensuring that all of its actions are directed toward one and only goal – the return home of all our loved ones.
Tikva Forum – Vision, Determination and Faith.“
Translation by VonNaftali. In case of doubt, only the Ivrit version is authoritative.