Israel-Hamas War: Israel Reveals Disturbing Details of Hostage Deaths Amid Mounting Pressure

Israel shares more details about the killing of three Israeli hostages by its troops, as pressure mounts to curb the war in Gaza. The hostages had tried to create signs calling for help and emerged shirtless from a building carrying a makeshift white flag, attempting to communicate that they were civilians. The incident has fueled anguish in Israel, with demands for answers from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is already facing criticism for the war's handling. International allies, including Germany and Britain, are calling for a sustainable cease-fire, while the United States sends Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III to press Israel to scale back its military campaign. The humanitarian situation in Gaza is dire, with residents fleeing their homes, running out of food and medicine, and aid agencies warning of a worsening crisis. Israel's use of unguided munitions and the killing of a mother and daughter at a Gaza church have drawn further criticism. Journalists were invited into a large tunnel in Gaza, highlighting the challenge Israel faces in targeting Hamas. In a separate incident, an Israeli man was charged with arson for setting fire to an anti-government protester's tent.