the recent discovery of six hostages found dead in Gaza has sent shock waves through Israel families are devastated especially the parents of HS Goldberg pollen a 23-year-old Israeli American who had been a vocal advocate for the host's release in response hundreds of thousands have taken to the streets demanding a deal with Hamas and a general strike called by the largest labor union the Israeli Defense Forces recovered the bodies from a tunnel revealing signs of execution while Hamas blames Israeli bombings for the deaths prime minister Netanyahu claims Hamas is blocking negotiations but critics argue he's more focused on political gain than saving lives the tension is palpable with protests calling for a ceasefire and Urgent action to bring the remaining hostages home