Israelis Rally for Hostages in Tel Aviv's Hostages Square
Hundreds of thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv's Hostages Square on Saturday night, hoping it would be the final vigil for the hostages taken to Gaza two years ago.
Massive posters of the 48 expected returnees, including 20 alive, surrounded the square, following a ceasefire agreement struck on Friday.
- Demonstrators carried signs thanking U.S. President Donald Trump for his role in the deal.
- Hostage families expressed excitement and grief, preparing to reunite with loved ones or receive their remains.
This is the most powerful sight
Three American Jews, Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Ivanka Trump, were key figures in pushing negotiations between Israel and Hamas forward, with Witkoff visibly emotional and Kushner and Trump receiving applause.
Author's summary: Israelis rally for hostages in Tel Aviv.