Sa’ar Slams Countries for ‘Distortion’ of Reality Between Hostages and Terrorists

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar has publicly condemned Hamas for a “sadistic propaganda campaign” while also criticizing countries for what he calls a “distortion” of reality. The minister’s remarks followed the release of videos showing two Israeli captives, Evyatar David and Rom Braslavski, in a dire state. Sa’ar asserted that the starvation and torture of these individuals are a “deliberate and well-planned” propaganda tactic.
Sa’ar drew a direct parallel between Hamas’s actions and the crimes of the Nazis and ISIS. He also criticized the lack of international oversight, noting that the 50 remaining hostages have not been seen by the Red Cross, despite an explicit agreement. The minister further alleged that the starvation narrative in Gaza is a “fake propaganda campaign” and that the amount of aid entering the region proves this to be the case.
He warned that hostage-taking is a dangerous global phenomenon used by terror groups to ensure their survival and interests. Sa’ar urged the international community to take a strong stance against this practice to prevent its spread. To highlight the issue on a global scale, he announced his trip to a special UN Security Council session he initiated in New York.
In a pointed message, Sa’ar condemned certain countries and leaders for trying to create a false “symmetry” between hostages and “murderers.” He further claimed that diplomatic moves have rewarded Hamas and “assassinated the chances” of a hostage deal, calling these steps “morally distorted” and “geopolitically foolish.”