UN Security Council to vote on Gaza ceasefire as Netanyahu raises hostage reward to $5 million
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a new resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza, demanding an immediate and unconditional halt to hostilities. The draft may face opposition from the United States, Israel's key ally. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has increased the reward for information leading to the release of hostages in Gaza to $5 million each. This offer was made during his visit to Gaza, where he emphasized Israel's military objectives against Hamas. The UN reported that over 200 children have been killed in Lebanon since September due to escalating violence. UNICEF highlighted the alarming rate of child casualties, with an average of three children killed daily in the conflict.