Qatar's announcement of Sunday 8:30 AM as the ceasefire start time dominated morning coverage, while Israeli airstrikes continued in Khan Yunis. The government released names of 737 Palestinian prisoners slated for first-phase release, while Hamas cited "technical reasons" for delays in providing their hostage list.
By afternoon, preparations intensified in Al-Arish for aid delivery, while Gaza's electricity authority announced a four-phase reconstruction plan. Palestinian Authority confirmed readiness to assume control of Gaza crossings. A stabbing attack in Tel Aviv resulting in one Israeli death briefly disrupted the news cycle.
Evening brought Netanyahu's statement conditioning ceasefire implementation on receiving Hamas's hostage list, while Ben-Gvir's party announced ministerial resignations. Yemeni forces maintained missile operations toward Israel until the final hours, targeting Jaffa. Reports indicated ongoing Israeli military withdrawal from certain Gaza sectors, while Palestinian security forces prepared for deployment.