Hostage families to escalate protests, nationwide shutdown

Hostage families to escalate protests, nationwide shutdown | The Jerusalem Post

Hostage families and bereaved families represented by the October Council said that Sunday, August 17, would mark a nationwide shutdown to protest the cabinet's decision to expand Gaza operations.

People protest calling for the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip, near the Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem, August 9, 2025.

(photo credit: YONATAN SINDEL/FLASH90)

AUGUST 10, 2025 11:21