Rubi Chen, father of kidnapped soldier Sgt. Itay Chen, criticized National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's opposition to an emerging hostage deal. In an interview with ynet studio, he said: "I regret that the Prime Minister formed a government with a person who represents unworthy positions." He added: "Ben-Gvir is a media addict. The Prime Minister doesn't count him in his decision regarding ending the war and releasing the hostages."