The symbolic threshold of 400 days of conflict coincided with UN warnings of imminent famine in northern Gaza. Morning reports focused on continued strikes across Gaza, particularly in Beit Lahia and Khan Yunis. By midday, Qatar's mediation role became a point of contention, with conflicting reports about Hamas leadership being asked to leave Doha, which Qatar later denied.
Two Palestinians were killed when Israeli forces targeted displaced people's tents at Al-Aqsa Hospital. The Gaza Health Ministry updated the total casualty count to 43,552. International organizations issued urgent warnings about the humanitarian crisis, particularly regarding food security in northern Gaza.
Evening reports focused on Israel's military chief Halevi's statements from Jabalia about the complexity of reaching an agreement. The day's coverage showed increasing attention to the humanitarian crisis, marking a shift from previous days' focus on military operations.