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Full coverage· Security· Updated

Father of Fallen Israeli Soldier Criticizes Leaders Over Hamas Kidnapping and Murder

Rabbi Elchanan Danino, father of Uri Danino who was kidnapped and killed by Hamas, criticized Israeli leaders for their handling of the crisis. He recounted a tense confrontation with Prime Minister Netanyahu and expressed disappointment with other officials during hostage negotiations.

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What happened

  1. 01Uri Danino was kidnapped on October 7, 2023, and killed in Hamas captivity in August 2024.
  2. 02Rabbi Elchanan Danino confronted PM Netanyahu, accusing him of responsibility for his son's death.
  3. 03Netanyahu visibly lost composure during the heated exchange with Rabbi Danino.
  4. 04Rabbi Danino criticized Shas leader Aryeh Deri for inaction despite security warnings.
  5. 05He described former minister Ron Dermer as rude and dismissive in hostage negotiations.
  6. 06Rabbi Danino has become a leading voice for families of hostages, expressing deep frustration with political leaders.

Uri was abducted in October 2023 and murdered in August 2024 after 11 months in captivity.

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