Hamas formally delivered its response to the Witkoff ceasefire proposal following national consultations, marking concrete movement after days of confusion over the group's position. However, Witkoff quickly rejected the response as "completely unacceptable," suggesting Hamas had effectively countered with its own terms rather than accepting the American framework.
Israel announced the assassination of Mohammad Sinwar, with Minister Katz threatening additional Hamas leaders. Sixty Palestinians were killed in 24 hours, with Gaza's death toll reaching 54,381. Israeli forces deliberately rammed a bus carrying Palestinian pilgrims in Jenin during their 125th consecutive day of operations in Tulkarm.
Barcelona severed ties with Israel's government, adding to growing international isolation. Palestinian Authority official Al-Sharae gave his first interview to an Israeli newspaper, calling for security partnership with Israel and describing Trump as "a man of peace," representing a notable diplomatic development.