{"id":2170538,"date":"2024-02-07T17:23:02","date_gmt":"2024-02-07T22:23:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/bipartisan-lawmakers-meet-with-families-of-israeli-hostages\/"},"modified":"2024-02-07T17:28:33","modified_gmt":"2024-02-07T22:28:33","slug":"bipartisan-lawmakers-meet-with-families-of-israeli-hostages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/bipartisan-lawmakers-meet-with-families-of-israeli-hostages\/","title":{"rendered":"Bipartisan lawmakers meet families of Israeli hostages"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">14<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fbipartisan-lawmakers-meet-with-families-of-israeli-hostages%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2170538&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p><!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\"><br \/>\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><html><body><\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Israeli Speaker of the Knesset Amir Ohana\u200d speaks during a\u2064 news conference at the U.S. \u2063Capitol February 07, 2024 in\u2063 Washington, \u2062DC.\u2062 Bipartisan members of\u2062 Congress hosted members Israeli Knesset and\u200d family \u2062members of hostages held by Hamas for\u2062 a press conference to mark 124 days since their family members were abducted\u200b on October 7th, 2023. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>OAN\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oann.com\/tag\/taylor-tinsley\">Taylor Tinsley<\/a><br \/>2:15 \u2062PM \u2013 Wednesday, February 7, 2023<\/p>\n<p>A bipartisan bicameral delegation hosted\u2063 the speaker of\u2063 Israel\u2019s parliament and the families\u2064 of hostages abducted by Hamas to \u2062call for their immediate release.<\/p>\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-1663871513696-art-3\" style=\"min-width: 320px; min-height: 50px; text-align: center;\">  \t<script>  \t\tgoogletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1663871513696-art-3'); });  \t<\/script>  <\/div>\n<div class=\"ad-slot__ad-label\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p>On Wednesday, <\/p>\n<h2>Senator Joni \u2064Ernst (D-Iowa)<\/h2>\n<p> and\u2064 <\/p>\n<h2>Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.)<\/h2>\n<p> hosted the members\u2062 of the Israeli Knesset on Capitol Hill.<\/p>\n<p>The Iowa Democrat said <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-sen-manchin-gop-lawmakers-defend-gas-pipeline-challenged-by-environmental-group\/\" title=\"Biden, Manchin, GOP Back Gas Pipeline Amid Environmental Challenge\">lawmakers stand united<\/a> across\u2063 party lines\u200c for the hostages to be released.<\/p>\n<p>The speaker of Israel\u2019s parliament, <\/p>\n<h2>Amir Ohana<\/h2>\n<p>, said the purpose of the press conference\u2064 was to show the world \u2063and America \u201cthat we are united.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>\u201cOur commitment is to bring \u200dback all the hostages\u2063 to their\u200d families\u2063 as soon as possible, and this is an effort that Israel doesn\u2019t take alone,\u201d he said. \u201cWe have America by our side, and we were successful\u2064 to bring a deal before, \u200cand we \u2063hope that such a deal will be possible once again.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote data-service=\"twitter\" data-category=\"marketing\" data-placeholder-image=\"https:\/\/c3.oann.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/complianz-gdpr\/assets\/images\/placeholders\/twitter-minimal.jpg\" class=\"cmplz-placeholder-element twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">It is heartwarming\u2062 to be among friends from both sides of the aisle in Congress, members of the \u2062first-ever House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group, led by <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RepDavidKustoff?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@repDavidKustoff<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you all for giving the families of the hostages a platform to share their\u2064 stories. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/HQHQFcXIia\">pic.twitter.com\/HQHQFcXIia<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Amir Ohana \u2013 \u05d0\u05de\u05d9\u05e8 \u05d0\u05d5\u05d7\u05e0\u05d4 (@AmirOhana) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AmirOhana\/status\/1755319521974337972?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 7, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script type=\"text\/plain\" data-service=\"twitter\" data-category=\"marketing\" async data-cmplz-src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script> <\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>When\u2064 speaking on Israel\u2019s goals, Ohana argued \u200dthey cannot stop until Hamas is defeated.<\/p>\n<p>He also \u2062said \u200bIsrael represents the free world and that they will prevail.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>\u201cHamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, the shared militias, the\u2064 Palestinian Islamic Jihad are\u00a0merely proxy\u2019s \u2064of\u200b Iran,\u201d Ohana\u2063 said. \u201cIf there is one thing I\u200c would like\u2062 you to take with you is that Iran, who funds and operates and created these monstrous terrorist organizations must not exit the war the way it entered.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Families \u200dof those\u200b taken by Hamas on \u2062October 7<sup>th<\/sup> also took the podium on Wednesday.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s very, very difficult for us to think about\u2064 our son, who rescued\u00a0dozens of\u00a0people from the Nova festival sitting there in the tunnels\u00a0without food or water and with these animals of\u200c Hamas,\u201d said Ditza\u00a0Mor, \u2063the father \u2064of hostage Eitan Mor.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>\u201cThe last sentence of the American anthem is \u2018the land of the free and home of the\u00a0brave\u2019, and Romi is the bravest person I know. 124 days in a tunnel and she must be free,\u201d said Eitan Gonen, the father of hostage Romi Gonen.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>February 7<sup>th <\/sup>marks four months since the estimated 136 remaining hostages have been held captive.<\/p>\n<p>The press conference came after an internal Israeli military report reviewed by <em>The New York Times<\/em> estimated that at least one-fifth of the hostages in Gaza have been killed.  <\/p>\n<p>Intelligence officers concluded that at least<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oann.com\/newsroom\/idf-31-israeli-hostages-in-gaza-have-been-killed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> 31 hostages<\/a> have been murdered since the war began, \u200dwith at \u200dleast 20 more feared dead.<\/p>\n<p>Both sides continue talks for a possible\u200c ceasefire.<\/p>\n<p>Israeli Prime Minister\u200d Benjamin Netanyahu rejected more terms proposed by Hamas on Wednesday, calling them \u201cbizarre\u201d and \u201cdelusional.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Past terms have included the release of \u2064over 1,000 prisoners, plans to rebuild infrastructure in \u2062Gaza, and recognition of an independent Palestinian Authority.<\/p>\n<p>Netanyahu said if Hamas survives Gaza \u2063\u201cit\u2019s only a question of time until the next massacre\u201d will occur.<\/p>\n<p>Stay\u2062 informed! Receive breaking news blasts directly to your inbox \u2063for free. Subscribe here. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oann.com\/alerts\">https:\/\/www.oann.com\/alerts<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"rc-widget-10bad2\" data-rc-widget data-widget-host=\"habitat\" data-endpoint=\"\/\/trends.revcontent.com\" data-widget-id=\"278641\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"dpsp-share-text\" style=\"margin-bottom:10px\"> \t\t \t\tShare this post!\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>With all the current problems \u2063in the U.S., some Americans are asking why Washington is so involved in Israel\u2019s affairs. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>The Trump legal team has\u2063 until \u2064Monday, February 12th to file an Emergency Stay request with the Supreme Court regarding\u200b his Presidential immunity case. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>GOP lawmakers explain that while they are disappointed with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/gop-lawmakers-expect-a-do-over-on-mayorkas-vote-soon\/\" title=\"GOP lawmakers anticipate a forthcoming revote on Mayorkas\">failed impeachment \u2062vote<\/a> of Alejandro Mayorkas they expect another\u2063 vote on the floor of the House soon. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>GOP lawmakers explain that while they\u200d are disappointed\u2063 with\u200d the failed impeachment vote of Alejandro Mayorkas they expect another \u2064vote on \u200dthe floor of the House soon. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>Apple\u00a0is building prototypes of at least two iPhones that fold widthwise like a clamshell.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>Tesla sent out a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/apple-is-developing-foldable-clamshell-iphones-the-information\/\" title=\"Apple is creating foldable clamshell iPhones\">single-line query<\/a> for each job after canceling some employees\u2019 \u200bbiannual performance reviews.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>Meta Platforms\u00a0will begin detecting and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/u-s-appeals-court-rules-trump-is-not-immune-from-prosecution-in-2020-election-interference-case\/\" title=\"U.S. Appeals Court: Trump Not Immune from Prosecution in 2020 Election Interference Case\">labeling images generated<\/a> by other companies\u2019 AI services in the coming months.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>Shares of Tesla fell nearly 6% after a report said German software firm SAP \u2063will no \u200blonger procure their electric cars.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> rnrn <br \/> Occur.<\/p>\n<h2> \u200d What measures can be taken to ensure a smooth \u2063flow of events occurring during a \u200cPAA performance<\/h2>\n<p><span>  To\u200d ensure a smooth flow\u200c of \u200cevents during a PAA (Performing Arts Academy) performance, \u2062the \u2062following \u200cmeasures \u200bcan be taken:<\/p>\n<p>1. Proper Planning: \u200dThe key is to have a detailed and \u200cwell-thought-out \u2063plan \u2064in place. \u2063This includes setting clear objectives, establishing timelines, and \u2064assigning responsibilities to\u200d different individuals involved in the performance.<\/p>\n<p>2. \u2063Rehearsals: Regular and \u2064structured rehearsals \u200dshould be conducted \u2062to ensure that all performers\u2062 and crew \u2063members are well-prepared and familiar with\u200b their roles and responsibilities. This helps in ironing\u2064 out any inconsistencies\u2062 or issues beforehand.<\/p>\n<p>3. Communication: Effective communication is essential for a smooth flow\u2062 of events.\u2064 A designated point\u200c of contact should be established to disseminate information, \u2064address queries, \u2064and provide updates\u2062 to \u2063all parties involved.\u2064 Regular meetings or briefings can help in maintaining clear communication \u2064channels.<\/p>\n<p>4. Logistics \u200band Technical Arrangements: Proper\u2064 arrangements for stage props, \u2064lighting, sound systems, and other technical aspects \u2063should be\u2062 made\u200d in advance. Adequate time should be allocated for their setup and testing\u2064 to avoid any last-minute glitches.<\/p>\n<p>5. Backstage Management:\u2063 A well-organized backstage area helps in the smooth transition of performers, props,\u200c and costumes during the performance. \u200bProper stations or designated areas should be\u200b set \u2063up for quick costume changes, makeup touch-ups, and \u200cprop handling.<\/p>\n<p>6. Crowd Management: If \u200bthere is an audience present, measures should be\u2063 taken to \u200cmanage the crowd. This includes proper seating arrangements, ushers \u200dor volunteers to guide the audience, \u2063and clear signage indicating \u200bentrances, exits, and other relevant zones.<\/p>\n<p>7. Contingency Plans: It is\u200b crucial \u200dto\u200d have contingency\u200b plans \u200din case of unforeseen circumstances such as technical failures, performer&#8217;s absence,\u2063 or any\u200d other emergencies. \u2062Alternative arrangements and\u2064 backup \u2064options \u200dshould be ready\u2063 to avoid \u2063disruptions in the flow \u200dof events.<\/p>\n<p>8. \u200dFeedback and Evaluation: After the\u200d performance, gathering feedback from both performers and \u200baudience members\u200b can help identify areas for \u200bimprovement and \u2064make necessary adjustments for future\u2064 events.<\/p>\n<p>By implementing these measures, the\u200c chances of a smooth flow of\u200b events during a PAA performance\u2064 can\u200c be significantly increased, leading \u200dto a more enjoyable experience\u200b for performers and audience members alike.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Israeli Speaker of the Knesset, Amir Ohana, addressed a press conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC. 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