Families of Israeli-U.S. hostages gathered for a protest outside the Tel Aviv hotel where U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is staying. This demonstration follows Blinken’s meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, marking a significant U.S. effort to push for a ceasefire in the region after Israel’s recent killing of a Hamas leader. The protest highlights the urgency felt by families as they advocate for the release of their loved ones amidst escalating tensions, coinciding with the impending U.S. presidential election that could shift policy direction in the Middle East.