More than 1,600 veterans of the Paratroopers and Infantry brigades have signed a letter calling for the return of all hostages, even at the cost of halting the ongoing conflict. The letter adds to a growing list of similar statements from doctors, former members of Unit 8200, former Mossad agents, and Air Force personnel.
The letter reads: "We, the soldiers and commanders of the Paratroopers and Infantry brigades, whose flag bears the words 'No soldier left behind,' call for the return of the hostages, even if it means ceasing hostilities. This is a call to save lives."