"Netanyahu's Firm Stance: No Ceasefire Until Captives Freed, Open to 'Little Pauses'"

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that there will be no general ceasefire in Gaza until Hamas releases its captives, but he is open to "tactical little pauses" for the movement of people and aid. Netanyahu's comments come as Israel faces international pressure to halt its bombardment of Gaza, which has resulted in a high number of civilian casualties. The United Nations Secretary-General has called for an urgent ceasefire, while the United States has supported Israel's opposition to a full ceasefire but has urged for "humanitarian pauses." Netanyahu also suggested that Israel will have long-term responsibility for Gaza's security.