"In Ukraine, when Russia attacks with missiles, drones or artillery, civilians go underground while the Ukrainian military stays aboveground to fight. In Gaza, it’s the reverse," Bret Stephens argues in The New York Times. "These tactics, which are war crimes in themselves, make it difficult for Israel to achieve its war aims: the return of its hostages and the elimination of Hamas."
Diplomatic sources reveal cautious optimism about breakthrough potential in hostage negotiations despite Hamas submitting an initially inadequate response, with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff's departure signaling renewed momentum in talks.
An Israeli official said the emerging deal includes the daily transfer of 500 trucks into Gaza. An understanding has also been reached on the terrorist release framework: around 1,000 prisoners will be freed, along with an additional 100–200 terrorists serving life sentences.
Hamas terrorists were filmed marching Gazan civilians in nothing but their underwear after the residents sought food at GHF distribution points.
The Israeli Air Force launched strikes on Yemen’s Hudaydah port, targeting storage tanks, boats, and bulldozers. The attack follows missile fire from Yemen on Friday that triggered air raid sirens across Israel.
This marks the first time the IDF has operated in the area, which is believed to have held, and may still be holding, several hostages.
According to the Hind Rajab Foundation, the two were detained in Belgium and released after questioning. The organization called it “a significant step forward,” noting this was the first such detention since the war began.
The prime minister did not allow the coalition leaders' forum to discuss Eyal Zamir's plan for continuing the war in Gaza. Sources told Israel Hayom that Netanyahu continues to support the "humanitarian city" initiative, which Zamir has described as a "strategic mistake."
The terrorist organization Hamas claimed that Gazans were killed while waiting for aid distribution. A preliminary investigation by the IDF indicates that the reported number of casualties does not match existing information.
Keith Siegel describes seeing female captive tortured with sharp rod, calls for comprehensive deal to bring all remaining hostages home.
