Overview
- Israel’s military said it resumed applying the cease-fire after carrying out retaliatory strikes following clashes in Rafah, where two Israeli soldiers were reported killed.
- Health authorities in Gaza reported dozens of Palestinian deaths from the latest Israeli attacks, and Israel paused some humanitarian deliveries before easing restrictions later.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered forces to hit targets in Gaza after accusing Hamas of violating the truce, while a government spokesperson said troops may act in self-defense.
- The U.S. State Department warned of credible reports of an imminent Hamas breach involving an attack on Palestinian civilians, pressuring parties to adhere to the terms.
- Hamas denied breaking the agreement, pointed to an operation against a rival militia in Rafah, and continued transferring bodies of Israeli hostages as Israel tied Rafah’s reopening to full returns.