Hamas said hostages were “struggling to stay alive” as conditions in Gaza deteriorated due to Israeli attacks. Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida added that it was Israel’s military campaign in the Gaza Strip that was responsible for the situation.Meanwhile, US President Biden pushed for a temporary ceasefire during his extensive talks with the Israeli prime minister in recent days. The US pushed Israel for a humanitarian pause that would allow for the release of hostages still being held by Hamas. Biden repeatedly told Netanyahu not to proceed with military action in Rafah without a credible plan to protect Palestinian civilians.