Hamas clarified its position on mediator Witkouf's ceasefire proposal, stating they have "no ambition to govern Gaza" while continuing discussions with mediators. This contrasts with Israeli claims that Hamas seeks to retain control.
For the first time in three months, rockets were fired from Lebanon toward Israel, triggering evacuations in Metula. Israel responded with airstrikes on southern Lebanon, resulting in six fatalities by evening.
Gaza casualties continued to mount with Palestinian health officials reporting 130 deaths in 48 hours. Eleven Palestinians were killed in afternoon strikes on Rafah, while bodies were recovered from under rubble in Gaza City.
By evening, tens of thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv against Netanyahu's government, with hostage families accusing him of prolonging the war at the expense of captives' lives. The Israeli security cabinet convened a special session to discuss military operations.