The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant, generating divided international reactions and prompting European officials to discuss potential arrest procedures. The development coincided with intensified Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs, with over 12 raids reported on Dahiyeh.
The Lebanese Health Ministry confirmed 13 deaths from previous day's strikes on Maarake. Hezbollah expanded its range, claiming its first strike on Ashdod while maintaining pressure on northern settlements. The group emphasized its "Tel Aviv for Beirut" equation through MP Fayyad's statement.
By evening, reports emerged of 22 casualties from Israeli strikes in the Bekaa Valley, marking significant expansion of the conflict zone. Meanwhile, Israeli media indicated "significant progress" in ceasefire talks, though sources suggested no deal would materialize before next week.