Israeli Public Opinion
What effect will the return of deceased captives' bodies have on Israeli public sentiment?
According to Alon Liel, the return of captives' bodies would likely have a devastating effect on Israeli public opinion. He anticipates it will be a day of mourning that will shock Israelis, as the country has not yet experienced Hamas returning bodies. The media is already preparing the public for this possibility, with headlines suggesting bodies may be returned as early as Thursday. Despite the emotional toll, Liel emphasizes this would still be preferable to getting nothing from Hamas, as Israelis desperately want all hostages, both living and deceased, returned to Israel as soon as possible.
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Al Jazeera English
03:22 - 04:47
What is the Israeli public opinion on continuing the hostage deal's second phase?
According to a poll aired on Israel's Channel 12, a majority of Israelis (61%) support continuing with the hostage deal's second phase, while 26% oppose it and prefer returning to war. The remaining 13% of respondents indicated they were unsure about their position. The survey, which polled 501 Israelis above the age of 18, reflects significant public backing for diplomatic negotiations rather than military action. With a 4.4% margin of error, the results demonstrate a clear preference among Israeli citizens for pursuing the peace process despite ongoing geopolitical tensions surrounding Gaza.
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WION
04:34 - 04:59
What does recent polling show about Israeli public opinion on the hostage deal?
According to a poll aired on Israel's Channel 12, a significant majority of Israelis (61%) support continuing with the second phase of the hostage deal. This reflects strong public backing for diplomatic progress in the ongoing crisis despite the complex security situation. In contrast, 26% of Israelis oppose moving forward with phase two and would prefer returning to military action. This divide highlights the tension between pursuing peace negotiations and military solutions in addressing the Gaza situation, though the data clearly shows most citizens favor continuing the diplomatic path forward.
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WION
04:34 - 04:49