Crowdfunding campaigns for freed hostages spark debate over state support
These campaigns have prompted mixed responses from Israelis, with some wishing the returned hostages well and others wonder how it can be that they do not have all their needs met by the government.
Yulie (left), Ella (center), and Raz Ben Ami (right) at a press confrence following Ohad Ben Ami's release, February 9, 2025.(photo credit: ALON GILBOA)ByEVE YOUNGUpdated: