The Day of the Gilad Farm Attack

The day was dominated by a deadly shooting near Havat Gilad in the West Bank, which killed two Israelis: security squad member Benayahu Mellet and IDF officer Yuval Ezra. The attack, in which a Palestinian snatched a security guard's weapon, unfolded in the early morning and became the primary editorial focus across all outlets, overshadowing the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Coverage evolved from initial reports of wounded to confirmation of deaths, with emphasis on the victims' identities and heroism. By afternoon, the IDF imposed a closure on Nablus and prepared for a major operation, while settler revenge attacks were reported. The US-Iran story, including a 13th night of strikes and Trump's escalation discussions, remained secondary until evening, when Trump convened advisors to discuss expanding strikes. The day's editorial priority reflected the immediate domestic impact of the attack, pushing the regional war to a lower tier.