At least 19 Palestinians were killed in ongoing Israeli strikes across Gaza despite a US-backed ceasefire. The attacks included entire families and coincided with the announcement of a plan for the ceasefire’s second phase, which Israel rejected but Palestinian factions welcomed.
Israeli leadership approved a series of wide-scale offensive operations in the occupied West Bank, preparing to expand assaults and shift from defense to attack amid increasing recent attacks.
Despite Palestinian factions accepting the roadmap, Israel continues attacks in Gaza, rejecting its terms, revealing its intentions. Many Palestinians have been martyred and wounded, while Israel refused terms about disarmament and control.
The Board of Peace conditions Israeli withdrawal from Gaza on the disarmament of a Palestinian group amidst escalating Israeli attacks and ongoing ceasefire violations.
Palestinians attended the funeral of 112 members of the Hassayna and Abu Sharia families whose remains were recovered after an Israeli strike. Victims included 40 children, 38 women, and seven disabled individuals. The recovery took 136 hours amid difficulties identifying the remains.
Over nine months into the Gaza ceasefire, Israel has violated the agreement over 4,000 times, with more than 1,250 Palestinians killed, while continuing to restrict vital aid entry.
Israel’s far-right finance minister declared a government allocation of 113 million shekels to develop over 70 sites claimed as Jewish heritage in the occupied West Bank, formalizing seizure of Palestinian historical landmarks. Special funds were earmarked for Solomon’s Pools, located under Palestinian control, amid increased Israeli presence and raids.
The UN warns of a severe food crisis in Gaza, with 67% of residents food insecure and about 10% near famine. Continued humanitarian aid is crucial to maintain the current situation despite ongoing challenges.
