President Isaac Herzog spoke at the hostages square as part of the "Day of Pause" and said: "I want to tell the hostages - we don't forget you for a moment, we are making every effort to bring you home. I call on the entire world to stop the hypocrisy and release them. All of Israel is anxious, worried and wants the hostages home. We can debate worldviews, but the people of Israel truly want our brothers and sisters home." The president also thanked soldiers for their contribution to returning the hostages.