Reports emerged of Yahya Sinwar's death during a confrontation in Rafah, marking a significant development in the ongoing conflict. Hamas officially announced the martyrdom of Sinwar, leader of Hamas in Gaza, alongside the commander of the Tel al-Sultan battalion. The Israeli occupation escalated its attacks on Jabalia, cutting off communications in northern Gaza. The resistance called on Jordanians to launch attacks against Israel. Medical officials in northern Gaza reported overwhelmed hospitals operating on a priority system. A massacre in Jabalia camp resulted in 30 casualties, including 20 children and women. Israel discussed new methods for aid distribution in northern Gaza, while an Israeli official stated that war objectives had not yet been achieved and Hamas remained strong in Gaza.