Palestinian Authority forces launched operations in Jenin camp, killing resistance leader Yazid Ja'aysa, marking a shift in PA's approach to security coordination. The operation triggered calls for civil disobedience across West Bank cities.
Israeli strikes hit Deir al-Balah municipality building, killing mayor Diab Al-Jarro and nine others. Hamas marked its 37th anniversary while indicating possibility of ceasefire before year's end.
By evening, Abu Obeida announced Israeli hostages died in IDF strikes on their location, introducing new complexity to ongoing negotiations. This revelation came as Trump's envoy's secret Saudi visit emerged, suggesting parallel diplomatic tracks for regional settlement.
The day closed with mass protests against PA actions in West Bank cities, while Israeli forces ordered evacuation of eastern Khan Younis neighborhoods. Journalist Mohammed Qrenawi and family were killed in Al-Bureij strikes.