Morning began with Yemen launching a ballistic missile toward central Israel, triggering widespread sirens across Jerusalem and coastal areas. The Arrow defense system intercepted it outside Israeli territory, with fragments reportedly landing near a school whose students were fortunately away on a field trip.
Netanyahu announced the security cabinet decided to increase military pressure on Hamas while continuing negotiations. Israel submitted a counteroffer demanding 11 hostages and half the bodies in exchange for a 40-day ceasefire, while indicating willingness to discuss ending the war if Hamas accepts the Whitcroft framework.
An IDF investigation into the October 7 battle at Erez Crossing revealed severe failures, including no proper defense plan and commanders failing to lead properly. Despite these failures, the base commander was later promoted.
Trump threatened Iran with "unprecedented bombing" if they refuse nuclear negotiations, while Turkey's Erdogan faced Israeli criticism for antisemitic rhetoric.