Morning reports focused on new casualties near Kamal Adwan hospital, with 22 killed. The death toll reached 44,805. Sullivan's planned visits to Israel, Qatar and Egypt dominated diplomatic coverage, with sources indicating "final push" before Christmas for prisoner exchange deal.
Ireland's announcement of joining South Africa's ICJ case against Israel marked mid-day developments, while Netanyahu continued his second day of corruption testimony. Hamas signaled openness to local governance models similar to Kurdistan.
Evening brought reports of complete air siege over Rafah, with 30 casualties reported. Palestinian sources confirmed journalist Eman Al-Shanti's death in strikes. Israeli military issued new evacuation orders for central Gaza areas, while Defense Minister Gallant suggested hostage deal could lead to Saudi normalization.
Four deaths during Shin Bet interrogations since October 7 were reported by Haaretz, marking first official acknowledgment of these casualties.