"Hamas Frees More Hostages as Gaza Death Toll Climbs in Israel War"

Hamas has released two more hostages, citing humanitarian and health reasons, bringing the total number of hostages released to three. The death toll in Gaza continues to rise as Israel carries out airstrikes, with over 5,000 people killed since the conflict began. The Israeli military has raised the number of people kidnapped to 222, and the Biden administration has advised Israel to delay a ground invasion to allow for hostage negotiations. The war has had a significant impact on the Israeli economy, with the Bank of Israel projecting a slowdown in growth and a rise in the budget deficit. The U.N. Security Council will hold a session on the Israel-Gaza situation, and the U.S. is drafting a new resolution that does not call for a ceasefire. Other countries, including France and India, have sent aid to Gaza.