Trump's call for Jordan and Egypt to absorb Gaza Palestinians dominated morning headlines, though both countries rejected such proposals. The Lebanon border situation escalated as civilians attempted to return home, resulting in multiple casualties from IDF warning fire.
By afternoon, the Judicial Selection Committee elected Yitzhak Amit as Supreme Court President despite Justice Minister Levin's boycott and subsequent refusal to recognize the appointment, deepening the constitutional crisis.
The hostage crisis saw breakthrough by evening, with Qatar announcing an agreement for Hamas to release Arbel Yehud, Agam Berger, and another hostage on Thursday, followed by three more on Saturday. This development came after Islamic Jihad withdrew its attempt to classify Yehud as a soldier. Israel agreed to open the Netzarim corridor Monday for Palestinian return to northern Gaza.