Videos of emaciated Israeli hostages held in Gaza have sparked international outrage. Western leaders condemned the footage, showing Rom Braslavski and Evyatar David in dire condition. The Red Cross, while calling for access to all hostages, faces criticism for its perceived inaction. Hamas denies intentionally starving prisoners, citing Gaza's hunger crisis, but conditional acceptance of Red Cross aid delivery was offered. Protests in Tel Aviv continue demanding the hostages' immediate release. Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu has spoken to the families and requested Red Cross intervention.

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