Israeli Cabinet Divided Over Handling of Hamas Hostages

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing criticism for prioritizing his war aims over the release of over 100 hostages held by Hamas, as the group released videos of hostages pleading for release and warning of their "fate." Pressure is mounting from both hostage families and Netanyahu's own war cabinet to prioritize hostage release, with calls for the U.S. and other allies to do more. Diplomatic efforts, including a Qatari-brokered deal for medicine delivery to the hostages, have seen some progress, but a comprehensive hostage deal remains elusive.