President Isaac Herzog addressed the World Jewish Congress assembly in Jerusalem, stating that "since October 7, we have been in contact, almost hourly, with the families of the hostages, fighting for the immediate release of each and every one of them." Herzog spoke about his visit to the Vatican, his meeting with Pope Leo XIV, and said that the sticker he wore "bearing the inconceivable number 590, reflected the scars we all carry in our hearts." Additionally, he welcomed "the Israeli government's decision to resume humanitarian aid transfers, which is critically important for maintaining basic living conditions."

