Netanyahu Urges Red Cross Action for Gaza Hostages

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the International Red Cross to provide urgent food and medical care to hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, following the release of videos showing two Israeli captives in an emaciated state. World leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, condemned the videos and reiterated calls for the release of all hostages and for Hamas to end its rule in Gaza. Netanyahu accused Hamas of refusing a ceasefire deal and using starvation as propaganda, while international criticism grew over the Red Cross's lack of access to the hostages. Humanitarian agencies report increasing deaths from starvation in Gaza, worsened by limited fuel and aid deliveries. The Red Cross reiterated its commitment to act as a neutral mediator and help secure the hostages' release. Protests in Israel continue, as the international community urges large-scale humanitarian aid for Gaza and seeks a negotiated resolution that excludes Hamas from future governance.