Morning reports documented Israel's deployment of all infantry and armored brigades to Gaza, with 52 Palestinians killed overnight. By midday, news sources reported the death toll had reached 53,939 with 122,797 injured since the conflict began.
Al-Qassam and Al-Quds Brigades claimed ambushes against Israeli forces in Khan Yunis and Al-Shuja'iya. Yemen's armed forces launched a missile toward Ben Gurion Airport, which Israel claimed to intercept.
Reports indicated the Trump administration requested Israel delay its comprehensive military operation in Gaza, while the Gaza Government Media Office stated Israel now controls 77% of Gaza territory.
The Israeli military chief stated the Gaza war "is not eternal" and efforts would be made to shorten it based on "flexible objectives." Meanwhile, Hezbollah's Secretary-General declared the war with Israel "is not over," suggesting potential for regional escalation.
Aid distribution remained contentious, with a senior Israeli official admitting cutting off aid to Gaza was a "grave mistake."