Bereaved families in Israel have launched a nationwide strike to protest the government's decision to expand military operations in Gaza instead of prioritizing a deal to free hostages held by Hamas. The strike, supported by thousands of businesses, local authorities, and unions, includes demonstrations at 400 locations across the country. Organizers and relatives of hostages are urging citizens to join the movement, demanding that the government pursue a comprehensive agreement to secure the release of the remaining hostages, some of whom are believed to be alive. The central gathering is expected at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, with calls for the government to present a concrete proposal to end the conflict in exchange for the hostages' freedom.