Despite this claim coming from a social media post, it has been reported by multiple reputable sources. The Times of Israel reported that there was "no doubt" that Netanyahu prevented hostages from being brought home in the early days of the war (October) (The Times of Israel). However, a more recent article from the same news team claims that the hostage-truce deal negotiated in November collapsed because Hamas falsely claimed that the hostages were already shot (The Times of Israel). This article still maintains that Netanyahu is continuing to "torpedo" hostage deals, and repeatedly refused to negotiate. American news organizations have also backed this up, with CNN who confirmed Netanyahu's refusal of what could have been the return of remaining hostages, even quoting a former hostage who plead with Netanyahu, "if you continue the way you do, the destruction of Hamas, there won't be any hostages to release" (CNN). The Guardian added that that the deal, which allegedly included releasing women, children and the elderly, was followed by the launch of a ground offensive (Guardian). In general, this seems to be a true statement, although Hamas' activities are not as documented.
