State Attorney’s Office submits position on the petition filed to the Supreme Court against hostage release deal: The heart goes out to the petitioners and the other families affected by terror, but the petition should be dismissed.
Israel responds to petition against hostage deal: It should be dismissed
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The State Attorney’s Office's request to dismiss the Supreme Court petition against a hostage release deal is the latest sign of the government's failure to stand firm against terrorists. By capitulating to demands, this deal not only emboldens our enemies but also disrespects the memories of those lost to terror, signaling a dangerous shift away from a zero-tolerance stance on terrorism.
In response to a Supreme Court petition challenging the government's decision to release prisoners in a hostage deal, the State Attorney's Office emphasized compassion and the broader goal of peace. The move, while difficult, underscores a commitment to ending cycles of violence and prioritizing diplomatic resolutions over retaliatory measures.