The day was dominated by the US-Iran deal drama. Early reports focused on Iran firing warning shots at US ships in the Strait of Hormuz, while VP Vance said a deal was close. By afternoon, Trump announced he was entering the Situation Room for a final decision, demanding Hormuz be opened and Iran give up nuclear weapons. Iran denied such terms were in the draft. After a two-hour meeting, the session ended without a decision, leaving the deal in limbo.
On the northern front, IDF Chief Zamir and PM Netanyahu stated troops were advancing beyond the Litani River in Lebanon, with the air force striking in the south. The IDF also intercepted a Hezbollah drone.
A UN report accusing Israeli forces of sexual abuse against Palestinians drew sharp Israeli rejection. Separately, a Hamas commander involved in October 7 was eliminated, and a murder investigation of a couple advanced with terror links suspected.