Israel hostage families intensify criticism of Netanyahu

A flurry of diplomatic activity continues around the Middle East, ahead of an anticipated, retaliatory attack on Israel by Iran and Hezbollah, following the assassination of the leader of Hamas in Tehran last week.

President Biden’s administration is helping shore up Israel’s defences, even as his frustration with Benjamin Netanyahu is said to be growing.

Meanwhile, the families of some Israeli hostages have been intensifying their criticism of their Prime Minister.