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Originally Posted by PepsiFree
Well, if we care about these people, it should be fairly obvious what a ceasefire would accomplish, no?
The UN and their representatives have demanded the release of the hostages multiple times. Is it fair to question why the release of hostages wasn’t included in this demand? Sure. Is it fair to question whether <200 hostages are worth putting thousands more at risk? Of course.
But I also think the complete dismissal of the UN, considering how expansive it is and how much good it does despite its bloat or the ineffectiveness of things like the security council is entirely misguided.
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I agree there should be a cease fire. If Hamas wanted a cease fire they would release the hostages. Why should Israel agree to a cease fire if Hamas is going to keep attacking them.
And I disagree that the UN(or most people demanding a cease fire, and that includes you) are advocating for the release of the hostages as fervently.
It seems to be putting the onus on Israel and not the group the started this.
There is nothing more in this world I want right now than a cease fire. I have family in the area and they are directly in harms way.