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Israeli Hostage Survivor Strongly Condemns Finance Minister Smotrich's Claims on Hostage Releases

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First reported by Ynet · 6 hours ago

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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich claimed credit for all hostage releases, prompting sharp criticism from hostage survivor Or Levy, who accused him of being detached and taking undue credit. Levy emphasized that public pressure and fighters were responsible for the releases, while warning that political disputes could hinder freeing remaining captives.

01Finance Minister Smotrich claimed all hostage releases resulted from his policies and insistence.
02Hostage survivor Or Levy called Smotrich's statements detached and offensive.
03Levy emphasized public pressure and fighters, not Smotrich, secured hostage releases.
04Levy accused government ministers of ignoring ongoing suffering of hostages in Gaza.
05Smotrich admitted his stance caused a rift with ultra-Orthodox parties.
06Hostages' Families Headquarters warned political rhetoric may harm future release efforts.

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