The Israeli army published its October 7 investigation, acknowledging "complete failure" and describing Hamas's operation as "one of the most complex military deceptions in history." This dominated morning coverage alongside reports of intensive Cairo negotiations.
By afternoon, Israel proposed extending phase one of the ceasefire by 42 days without committing to phase two, which Hamas rejected. Qatar requested ICJ clarification regarding UNRWA operations, while reports emerged of 27 Palestinians killed and 20,000 displaced during the 39-day operation in Jenin.
Evening coverage focused on Netanyahu's security consultations following his negotiation team's return from Cairo, described by Israeli sources as yielding "no progress." Palestinian authorities announced Saturday as the first day of Ramadan, while Israeli authorities implemented new prayer restrictions at Al-Aqsa Mosque. Washington approved a $3 billion arms sale to Israel.