Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed sorrow over the deaths of six hostages, accusing Hamas of sabotaging cease-fire efforts. Critics have accused Netanyahu of delaying the cease-fire talks, a charge he denies. Netanyahu vowed to hold Hamas accountable for the killings. On Sunday, Netanyahu conveyed his heartbreak upon hearing the news of the hostages’ deaths.....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
He accused Hamas of killing the hostages in “cold blood” and vowed that Israel would hold the group accountable. Netanyahu also accused Hamas of derailing ongoing cease-fire efforts.
“Whoever murders hostages doesn’t want a deal,” he asserted.
Meanwhile, critics in Israel have accused Netanyahu of dragging his feet in cease-fire talks — a charge he denies.
(With inputs from agencies.)
