Slain hostage’s parents urge public only back parties vowing state Oct. 7 probe

At a protest in Tel Aviv, the parents of slain hostage Itay Chen publicly urged voters to support only political parties that commit to establishing a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 events. During the demonstration, the parents accused the current government of attempting to evade the truth regarding the tragedy.

In related political developments surrounding the lead-up to potential elections, former prime minister Naftali Bennett and Yisrael Beytenu leader Avigdor Liberman were reported to be discussing a post-election union. The reported discussions are aimed at blocking Gadi Eisenkot's path to the premiership.