An estimated 220,000 people gathered in Hostages Square and nearby streets in Tel Aviv for a major rally organized by families of hostages. The event marked the culmination of a daylong protest and nationwide strike against the government's decision to expand military operations in Gaza instead of pursuing negotiations for the release of remaining hostages. Participants included 150,000 in the square and 70,000 who marched from Savidor Train Station, demonstrating widespread solidarity with the hostage families. Convoys from across the country joined the protest, highlighting growing public pressure on the government.