"Hostage Releases and Biden's Urgent Aid Plea: Latest Updates on Israel-Hamas Conflict"

US President Joe Biden has urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to maintain a continuous flow of urgently needed humanitarian aid into Gaza, as the UN warns that fuel reserves will run out within the next two days. Gaza residents are already struggling to find clean water, and the lack of fuel will cause water desalination plants, bakeries, and hospitals to cease functioning. Biden also updated Netanyahu on US support for Israel and ongoing efforts at regional deterrence. Meanwhile, two hostages have been released by Hamas, with efforts ongoing to secure the release of the remaining hostages and ensure safe passage for US citizens and other civilians in Gaza.