Over 250 former Mossad officials, including three ex-directors, have publicly called for Israel to halt military operations in the Gaza Strip and prioritize securing the release of hostages, according to a report by Israel's state-owned Kan TV News. The unprecedented appeal marks one of the largest displays of dissent from within Israel's security establishment since hostilities began.
The Call for a Ceasefire
The signatories, featuring former Mossad chiefs Danny Yatom, Efraim Halevy, and Tamir Pardo, emphasized that prolonged conflict jeopardizes both hostages and soldiers. \"Every possibility must be exhausted to reach an agreement,\" the letter states, urging the government to \"act responsibly for the country's security.\"
Support from Military Circles
The ex-intelligence officials endorsed similar appeals from hundreds of current and retired aircrew members, whose April 10 letter led Israeli Air Force Commander Tomer Bar to dismiss active reservists among the signatories. This solidarity underscores growing tensions between security veterans and government strategy.
A Growing Dissent
Analysts suggest the coordinated campaigns reflect deepening concerns over Israel's international standing and the human cost of continued warfare. The Mossad veterans' intervention may influence domestic debates ahead of potential negotiations.
