Israel president says ‘moral imperative’ to bring home Gaza hostages

During a Holocaust remembrance ceremony in Oswiecim, Israel’s President Isaac Herzog emphasized the urgent need for the international community to assist in the return of hostages held by Palestinian militants in Gaza, describing it as a “universal moral imperative.” He reflected on the ongoing plight of nearly 60 hostages and likened their suffering to that of Holocaust victims, urging action to end what he termed a “horrific humanitarian crime.” The event, attended by thousands, also highlighted the emotional toll on families of hostages, with calls for solidarity among the Jewish people in the face of adversity.