Netanyahu and Trump's discussions regarding potential strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities dominated morning coverage, with US intelligence warning of regional war risks. The Air Force received delivery confirmation for upgraded aircraft, contextualizing the military preparations.
By midday, Hamas and Islamic Jihad confirmed the names of four hostages for Saturday release: Sasha Trofanov, Sagui Dekel-Chen, and Yair Horn, with implementation details indicating two release points in Khan Yunis. Released lookout Naama Levy's testimony about forced viewing of torture videos emerged, while Keith Siegel appealed to Trump through video message.
Evening reports focused on Qatar-related allegations within the PMO, which called them "fake news," while UNIFIL forces faced Hezbollah supporters' violence in Lebanon. Islamic Jihad released footage of Trofanov on Gaza's beach, continuing their pattern of pre-release propaganda.