Defense Minister Gallant's first extensive interview since October 7 dominated morning coverage, revealing Netanyahu's initial response to the Hamas attack and a crucial timeline discrepancy regarding the border breach awareness. The testimony suggested authorities knew about the fence breach at 6:29 AM, earlier than previously reported.
By afternoon, focus shifted to the hostage deal negotiations, with Israel seeking to extend phase one while families pressed Trump to prioritize the exchange over his Gaza plan. New testimonies from released hostages detailed psychological torture and physical abuse.
Evening coverage centered on Israel's operations in Lebanon following Hezbollah smuggling attempts, while Netanyahu denied reports of offering Hamas leaders exile abroad. The media awaited Hamas's list of hostages scheduled for weekend release, amid concerns that Trump's Gaza plan might complicate the exchange process.