Israeli military operations in Gaza claimed 20 more lives overnight, with many others feared trapped under rubble, local authorities report.
Intense fighting shows no signs of easing, worsening an already dire humanitarian crisis. Shortages of food, water, and medical supplies plague the region, pushing millions toward desperation.
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Despite the violence, glimmers of diplomacy emerge. U.S. President Donald Trump announced progress in talks to free hostages held by Hamas, though details on timelines or conditions remain scarce.
Israel released 10 Palestinian prisoners, including Ahmed Manasra, detained at age 13 in 2015 for a knife attack. Manasra, now 23, endured nearly a decade in captivity, with human rights groups raising alarms over his mental health during detention. Freed prisoners, handed over to families at a hospital in Deir al-Balah, alleged daily abuse while in custody.
On the global stage, France’s pledge to recognize Palestine as a state drew praise from Palestinian leaders, who called it a vital step toward a two-state solution.
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Meanwhile, World Health Organization evacuated 18 critically ill Gazans to Europe—Malta, Norway, Luxembourg, and Romania—for urgent treatment. WHO warns over 10,000 patients still face life-threatening conditions in Gaza, with local hospitals is physically disabled by the ongoing war.
No clear path to peace has surfaced. Both Israel and Hamas remain locked in negotiations, with Trump signaling U.S. efforts to broker a deal. Yet, airstrikes and ground operations continue unabated, leaving civilians to bear the brunt of a conflict with no end in sight.
This article draws on recent reports from Gaza and international sources.
