The discovery of six dead hostages, including American Hersh Goldberg-Polin, in Gaza has intensified tensions surrounding the ongoing conflict. These hostages were found in a tunnel in Rafah, reportedly shot as their captors fled, raising concerns about the fate of the remaining approximately 100 hostages still held by Hamas. U.S. President Joe Biden expressed devastation at the news, condemning Hamas and vowing that its leaders would face consequences for their actions. The Israeli government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has faced criticism for its refusal to agree to ceasefire proposals amid calls from families of hostages for a prisoner exchange. Meanwhile, Hamas officials stated that some hostages were approved for release under potential truce negotiations, complicating the situation further. The humanitarian crisis continues as the UN rolls out a Polio vaccination campaign in Gaza, coinciding with temporary pauses in the fighting.