Photos show Israelis demonstrating for the release of hostages and ending the war in Gaza

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israelis held protests calling for the immediate release of hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip and for an end to the 22-month war. Israel’s plan to take over Gaza City to pressure Hamas renewed international calls to end the conflict and stirred fears for hostages still in Gaza.

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