Following the tragic death of six hostages in Gaza, the cousin of one of the victims has spoken out against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, blaming him for hindering a potential ceasefire-for-hostages deal. Gil Dickmann, relative of Carmel Gat who was among those found dead in a tunnel under Gaza, expressed disappointment in the government's handling of the situation. Dickmann claimed that Israel's demands and delays had jeopardized the chances of securing the release of the captives, ultimately leading to their demise.
Dickmann emphasized the belief that Hamas had previously agreed to a deal, but Israel's conditions had complicated the negotiations. He held Netanyahu responsible for the failure to bring back the hostages safely, stating that the prime minister's decisions had endangered their lives. Despite acknowledging shared blame between both sides, Dickmann refrained from assigning sole responsibility for the tragic outcome.
He commended the widespread strike and protests that swept across Israel on Monday, targeting Netanyahu and his administration for their perceived failure. Dickmann viewed the public outcry as a fitting tribute to the victims, particularly Gat, who he believed would have wanted people to demand the release of the remaining hostages. Expressing hope that the government would not ignore the calls for action, Dickmann urged authorities to prioritize life over death in their decision-making.
