What’s happening

Thousands of anti-Israel protesters gathered outside the White House on Saturday as Israel carried out a successful hostage rescue mission, saving four Israeli citizens captured by Hamas. The protest accused Israel of “genocide” and called for the end of Israel.

Why it matters

In the midst of a sensitive international situation, Israeli forces demonstrated their commitment to protecting their citizens by conducting a well-coordinated rescue operation. The protests highlight ongoing tensions and divide opinions on the Israel-Hamas conflict and U.S. support for Israel.

Details

Protesters gathered to openly condemn President Biden’s support for Israel, claiming Israel has committed genocide in Gaza. They voiced their disapproval of Biden’s policies and even demanded an arms embargo against Israel.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet successfully executed a weeks-long planned hostage rescue operation, liberating three men and one woman. The operation led to the rescue of Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Shlomi Ziv, and Andrey Kozlov, who had been captured during a Hamas attack on October 7.

The big picture

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and their national elite units demonstrated their commitment and capability to rescue their captives against all odds, highlighting the ongoing threats Israel faces from terrorist organizations like Hamas.

Context

Amidst global protests and criticism, Israeli forces focused on their primary duty—safeguarding Israeli lives. The successful rescue operation not only saved lives but also sent a strong message about Israel’s resolve and operational competence.

This story was first published on foxnews.com.