The brother of a slain hostage in Israel compares Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the Purim villain Haman, stating that Israelis will put him on trial for crimes against the nation. He calls for an uprising and urges the private sector to join by shutting down malls, banks, and the tech sector. Another protester accuses Netanyahu of abandoning her wounded nephew, who is still in captivity. The first phase of the ceasefire-hostage deal did not result in the release of any male soldiers, causing further criticism of the government.

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