Es solle erst wieder über eine Fortführung des Waffenstillstands gesprochen werden, wenn Israel palästinensische Gefangene freilässt. Im Westjordanland setzt die israelische Armee erstmals seit zwei Jahrzehnten Panzer ein.
Hamas is considering suspending indirect talks with Israel unless Palestinian prisoners are released. Israel has postponed the release, citing issues with handover ceremonies for their citizens. Israeli tanks have been deployed in the West Bank for the first time in decades. Israel conducted airstrikes in Lebanon during Hassan Nasrallah's funeral, escalating regional tensions. Meanwhile, Israel's foreign minister is meeting in Brussels to strengthen EU ties and discuss regional security.