A major security scandal erupted with the revelation that a Shin Bet reservist was arrested for leaking classified information to Minister Amichai Shikli and journalists regarding an investigation into "Kahanism" infiltrating police ranks. Netanyahu and the Likud launched unprecedented attacks against Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, labeling parts of the agency a "private militia" serving the "deep state." This prompted Finance Minister Smotrich to announce a boycott of security meetings attended by Bar, causing Netanyahu to cancel a planned security discussion.
In parallel, Hamas rejected Israel's latest proposal for a 45-day ceasefire and release of 10 living hostages plus 16 bodies, citing Israel's refusal to end the war permanently. The IDF Chief of Staff rebuked military reservists for their protest letters, emphasizing the military must remain above political disputes.
Meanwhile, US-Iran nuclear talks continued with American envoy Witkoff contradicting himself on whether Iran must completely eliminate uranium enrichment.