Despair and Hope Amidst Ongoing Conflict

Israel is weighing a ceasefire proposal that could pause nearly two years of war in Gaza, but it’s also preparing to send tens of thousands of troops into Gaza City. Among those waiting anxiously are the Abushbak family, Canadian permanent residents trapped in Gaza. Karim Abushbak shares what daily life is like for his family as they plead for help from Ottawa. Plus, journalist Emmanuelle Elbaz-Phelps joins us from Tel Aviv on the pressures facing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as Israelis protest for the release of hostages.