The complexity of Israel's hostage predicament: balancing humanity and national security - opinion
As Israel grapples with the aftermath of October 7, the ethical and strategic dilemmas surrounding hostage negotiations intensify, raising real questions about balancing lives and national security.
Hostages who were abducted by Hamas on October 7 are escorted by the International Red Cross, as part of a hostages-prisoners swap with Israel on November 30. The Red Cross has been notably negligent in its mission, the writer charges. (photo credit: Hamas Military Wing/Handout via REUTERS)ByYISRAEL MEDADUpdated: