Chip Somodevilla/Getty ImagesI wish they would focus their attacks on war criminals like [Russian President] Vladimir Putin.

the hostage issue has become increasingly politically-charged in Israel.In a disclosure meant to add pressure to the process.

and it remains unsure exactly how many people are still being held captive.It remained unclear where those Palestinian prisoners would go if they were released.That was followed this week by meetings in the region involving President Bidens top Mideast advisor.

Israel revised its number of those killed in the attack as it continues to identify remains.including an American mother and daughter.

for Palestinian prisoners to be released.

there has been a focus on roughly 50 civilians.staff members in the conflict.

What are they afraid of? she asked.Ambassador Gilad Erdan said in a statement rejecting the measure.

Palestinian Ambassador to the U.attends a Security Council meeting on the Israel-Hamas war on November 10.