Ignoring deal to bring back hostages would be greater tragedy than Hamas surviving - editorial

Israel is stuck between a rock and a hard place. We’ve achieved massive success in Gaza in weakening Hamas, but the final blow can only come with a horrible price for the hostages’ lives.

Families of hostages held in the Gaza Strip and supporters attend a rally calling for the release of hostages held in Gaza, at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv, August 30, 2025.

(photo credit: AVSHALOM SASSONI/FLASH90)

ByJPOST EDITORIAL

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 05:59

Updated: SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 06:36

Ignoring deal to bring back hostages would be greater tragedy than Hamas surviving - editorial

Israel is stuck between a rock and a hard place. We’ve achieved massive success in Gaza in weakening Hamas, but the final blow can only come with a horrible price for the hostages’ lives.

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Ignoring deal to bring back hostages would be greater tragedy than Hamas surviving - editorial

Israel is stuck between a rock and a hard place. We’ve achieved massive success in Gaza in weakening Hamas, but the final blow can only come with a horrible price for the hostages’ lives.

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