21:32 (18:32)โขGaza Conquest, Hostage Talks Parallel
โจIsraeli media highlights Prime Minister Netanyahu's dual directive: immediate negotiations for all hostages and war conclusion, coupled with approving military plans for Gaza City's conquest (Davar, Maariv, n12, kikar, Kipa, Walla, 13tv). Reports emphasize that talks will proceed without sending a delegation to Doha or Cairo (Davar, Ynet, Kipa), underscoring a strategy of military pressure alongside diplomatic efforts. Concurrently, US requests from Israel regarding Hezbollah and a potential end to the war are noted (Mako, Israel Hayom).