Itzik Horn, the father of hostage Eitan Horn, has sharply criticized the government for its handling of the hostage crisis. Speaking outside military headquarters in Tel Aviv, Horn accused officials of being 'deranged' and claimed their plans to recapture the Gaza Strip put the lives of hostages, including his son, at risk. He expressed deep frustration, saying the government is gambling with both the hostages and soldiers, and questioned whether current leaders are fit to make decisions for the country. Horn's remarks came ahead of a mass rally demanding action for the hostages.