A group of former hostages and their families have demanded the immediate resignation of Gal Hirsch, the government's point man on hostage affairs, following his recent remarks in interviews. Hirsch claimed that pressure from the United States administration and mass public demonstrations had aided Hamas, sparking outrage among those affected. In a letter sent to Hirsch, the families accused him of lying, threatening, and blackmailing them to prevent criticism of the prime minister, while he held significant influence over their loved ones' cases. The letter, signed by six ex-hostages and dozens of relatives, described Hirsch's comments as a continuation of abuse and called for him to step down without delay.