A: Hey there! Did you catch the news recently?
B: Not really, what's up?

A: Well, people in Israel are protesting against their government's plan to boost military actions in Gaza!
B: Really?! That sounds serious. When did this happen?

A: They approved the plan earlier this month to put more pressure on Hamas during stalled truce talks.
B: Oh, I see. So people are upset because of that?

A: Yeah! On Sunday, lots of people who don't agree with the plan held demonstrations. Even families whose loved ones are being held as hostages in Gaza took part!
B: Wow, that's a lot of people standing up for their beliefs. How many did they say participated?

A: The organizers said nearly half a million people joined the protest in Tel Aviv, the largest commercial city.
B: That's quite a crowd! What were they asking for exactly?

A: One of the hostage's fathers called for the immediate release of all hostages and an end to the conflict. He said they're starving and terrified, running out of time.
B: That must be really tough for them... I can only imagine.

A: Demonstrators also gathered outside the prime minister's office in Jerusalem and blocked a highway.
B: Whoa, that sounds intense! What did the Prime Minister say about this?

A: He criticized the protesters on Sunday, saying those calling for an immediate end to the war without defeating Hamas are making things worse and delaying hostage releases.
B: Hmm... I guess he has his reasons, but it's good people are speaking up regardless.

A: Exactly! It's important to have a voice and make change happen. Let's hope this conflict ends soon for everyone involved.
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People across Israel have taken to the streets in protest against the Israeli government's plan to expand military operations in the Gaza Strip.



The government approved the plan earlier this month to step up pressure on the Islamic group Hamas amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.



On Sunday, people opposing the plan took part in demonstrations. The organizers include families of hostages held in Gaza.



The organizers say nearly half a million people participated in demonstrations in the largest commercial city of Tel Aviv.



The father of a hostage called for the release of hostages and an end to the conflict, saying that the hostages are starving and terrified, and that they have no time left.



Demonstrators calling for an immediate deal gathered outside the prime minister's office in Jerusalem and blocked a highway.



Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized the protesters on Sunday, saying that those who are calling for an immediate end to the war without defeating Hamas are hardening the Islamic group's stance and delaying the release of hostages.



He stressed the need for more extensive military operations in Gaza to eliminate Hamas.
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Quiz 1:
Who organized the demonstrations against the Israeli government's plan?
A. The Islamic group Hamas
B. Families of hostages held in Gaza
C. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
D. Protesters outside the prime minister's office in Jerusalem

Answers: Quiz 1: B

Quiz 2:
Where did demonstrators calling for an immediate deal gather on Sunday?
A. The largest commercial city of Tel Aviv
B. The Gaza Strip
C. The prime minister's office in Jerusalem
D. A highway near Jerusalem

Answers: Quiz 2: A

Quiz 3:
What did the father of a hostage say about the current situation?
A. That the hostages are well and not in any danger
B. That the hostages are starving and terrified, and that they have no time left
C. That the ceasefire negotiations are progressing smoothly
D. That he supports the Israeli government's plan to expand military operations in Gaza

Answers: Quiz 3: B