Multiple bus explosions in Bat Yam dominated morning coverage, with three Israeli suspects arrested amid speculation about West Bank perpetrators. Hamas announced flexibility in Gaza administration proposals while discussing the mixing of Shiri Bibas's remains with others in bombing debris.
The scheduled prisoner exchange preparations continued, with Hamas announcing six Israeli captives for release and sources indicating 602 Palestinian prisoners would be freed. Israeli authorities prevented some prisoners' families from traveling to Egypt for the reception.
By afternoon, reports emerged of two Palestinian children killed in Jenin and Hebron during Israeli operations. The International Organization for Migration reported 90% of Gaza homes destroyed. Evening brought confirmation of Hamas transferring Bibas's remains to the Red Cross, while Trump retreated from his Gaza plan, citing surprise at regional rejection.