The day Israel claimed control of Gaza City

The day began with Palestinian media reporting Israel's rejection of Hamas's latest deal offer, labeling it "empty propaganda," while Hamas reiterated its readiness for a comprehensive agreement. Throughout the morning, reports focused on intensified Israeli aggression in Gaza, detailing high casualties, a worsening famine, and severe humanitarian conditions. Discussion continued regarding the re-occupation of Gaza City, with Israeli army sources questioning its effectiveness and some calling it a "death trap." By early afternoon, the humanitarian crisis deepened further, with new starvation deaths reported and critical laboratory and blood services for the injured under threat of collapse. In the late afternoon, Israel claimed control of 40% of Gaza City, a significant development following days of anticipation of a ground offensive. Concurrently, reports emerged of contacts underway to resume Israel-Hamas talks, signaling potential diplomatic movement amidst escalating military actions and international isolation for Israel.