Protests Across Israel Demand Hostage Release and Netanyahu Resignation

• Thousands protest across Israel calling for release of hostages held by Hamas and resignation of Netanyahu

• Senior Hamas official claims Israel delaying hostage deal due to opposition to ceasefire

• Relatives of hostages block highway in Tel Aviv area demanding government secure their release

• Pope condemns anti-Judaism and antisemitism as "sin against God" amid rise in attacks on Jews

• Hundreds demonstrate against Netanyahu government in cities across Israel including Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Caesarea