Urgent Call for Ceasefire and Hostage Release

Source: Israel/OPT: No more bargaining chips: Immediate ceasefire and release of hostages urgently needed (2025-09-30)

Amnesty International is urgently demanding an immediate ceasefire in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories, emphasizing that hostages should no longer be used as bargaining chips. The organization highlights the critical need to prioritize human lives and end the ongoing violence. The statement underscores the importance of releasing all hostages and halting hostilities to prevent further suffering. Amnesty International urges international action to ensure safety and peace in the region without delay.

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