In a series of stark tweets, Mosab Hassan Yousef, the son of a Hamas founder who later became a vocal critic of the group, has suggested a controversial approach to resolving the ongoing hostage crisis in Israel. Yousef, known for his outspoken views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, expressed that Israel might be compelled to release "Palestinian" mass murderers in exchange for Israeli civilian hostages currently held by Hamas. 

Yousef's statement reflects the intense pressure both within Israel and from the international community to secure the safe return of the hostages. He acknowledges the harsh reality that such a prisoner exchange could be the only viable option to bring the hostages back alive. "If this is the only way to bring the hostages back to their families alive, then be it," Yousef tweeted, underscoring the difficult choices facing Israeli leaders.

However, Yousef's comments did not stop there. He controversially advocated for a retaliatory approach once the hostages are freed. He proposed that Israel should target and kill Hamas leaders, the released "Palestinian" mass murderers, and the Hamas negotiating team responsible for the hostage situation. "After releasing the hostages kill Hamas leaders, 'Palestinian' mass murderers and Hamas negotiating team," Yousef declared, highlighting his belief in a hardline stance against those he sees as responsible for terrorist acts.

Yousef's remarks come at a time of significant tension and debate in Israel over how to handle negotiations with Hamas. The militant group's history of violence and hostage-taking complicates efforts to reach a peaceful resolution. The idea of releasing convicted terrorists in exchange for hostages has always been a contentious issue, fraught with moral and security implications.