Calling the decision a disaster, it would take many long months, lead to the deaths of the hostages.
Yair Lapid: “Calling the decision a disaster, it would take many long months, lead to the deaths of the hostages.”
On the recordAugust 8, 2025
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Yair Lapid
Yesh Atid
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Criticizing the Israeli government's plan for Gaza.
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