Hamas-affiliated sources are outraged, accusing the group of maintaining ties with the Palestinian Authority. According to the sources, it is a relatively small group that assists with intelligence-gathering missions.
Sources involved in the discussions on changing Israel’s aid policy in Gaza say the move is not a response to a “campaign” but reflect a desire to preserve US legitimacy for the war effort. “The rush for the aid shows there’s a shortage, as do the rising prices,” one source told Israel Hayom.
In accordance with the directive from the political leadership, the pause will take place in areas where the IDF is not operating and will remain in effect until further notice. Secure routes for aid convoys will be protected daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. local time.
Israel has resumes aerial aid drops over Gaza, delivering food via military coordination, as part of revamped humanitarian efforts to refute false claims of deliberate starvation.
Israeli Navy intercepts the Gaza-bound Handala ship. The activists have surrender without resistance as the vessel is redirected to the Port of Ashdod.
Egyptian officials have rebuked Hamas for ignoring Gaza's famine for personal survival, with Arab sources adding that while Israel caused the humanitarian crisis, Hamas is obstructing relief efforts.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is aligning with the stance of US President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, declaring that Israel will "explore other options to bring back the hostages held by Hamas."
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced the return of Israel’s negotiating team following Hamas’ response to the latest deal proposal, as the IDF prepares to expand ground operations in Gaza.
Among the scenarios being prepared for: a seaborne incursion by the Houthis into Israel. While the vast distance between Israel and Yemen may appear to render such ambitions far-fetched, regional instability provides fertile ground for turning this nightmare scenario into reality.
“The moment the IDF withdraws and a ceasefire takes effect, Hamas will regain control of the Gaza Strip. There is no doubt about that,” a senior Israeli defense official admitted to Israel Hayom. "But it is the only way to release the hostages.”
