In an unprecedented move, 250 veteran Israeli intelligence officers signed an open letter urging Prime Minister Netanyahu to cease plans to escalate military actions in Gaza, claiming the war endangers lives and fails to meet objectives. This dissent, echoing sentiments from various military branches, marks a shift in Israeli attitudes, with a recent poll showing 70% distrust in the government and a desire for negotiations with Hamas for hostage returns. The protests focus primarily on this issue, transcending traditional political lines and emphasizing a collective call for peace over conflict.
In a notable shift, 250 veteran Israeli intelligence officers publicly opposed escalating the war on Gaza, arguing it jeopardizes lives without achieving its goals.
Tamir Pardo emphasized that his stance on the war doesn't align him with the 'leftist' label, reflecting widespread dissent across the political spectrum in Israel.
A recent poll revealed that 70% of Israelis don't trust the government, with a similar number wanting negotiations with Hamas to return hostages and end hostilities.
Protests in Israel, while focusing on the return of hostages, reflect a growing consensus that the current military strategy does not benefit the country.
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