New Delhi, Aug. 3 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to help secure urgent food and medical treatment for hostages held in Gaza, following the emergence of disturbing videos showing two of them in visibly emaciated condition.

According to a statement from the prime minister's office on Sunday, Netanyahu spoke with Julien Lerisson, the ICRC's regional coordinator, and urged the organisation to intervene in delivering life-saving aid to Israeli captives.

"The prime minister requested his involvement in providing food to our hostages and ensuring their immediate medical treatment," the statement read.

The ICRC said it was "appalled by the harrowing videos" and rei...