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Likud MK Gotliv tells clashing relatives of hostages to 'shut up' or their loved ones won't come home

A heated session at the Knesset House Committee erupted as Tally Gotliv, a member of the Likud party, told families of Israeli hostages to 'shut up,' warning that public criticism could endanger their loved ones. The meeting, marked by emotional outbursts, featured the screening of distressing videos showing hostages in captivity, which intensified tensions among bereaved families and relatives of the abducted. Some family members clashed over the government's handling of the crisis and the prospect of a deal with Hamas, with voices both supporting and opposing negotiations. The session highlighted deep divisions and raw emotions within Israeli society as families struggle with grief, anger, and hope for the return of their loved ones.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/likud-mk-gotliv-tells-clashing-relatives-of-hostages-to-shut-up-or-their-loved-ones-wont-come-home/
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