Overview

• Israel’s cabinet has formally accepted a U.S. plan for a 60-day Gaza ceasefire and hostage exchange, with Hamas still reviewing the terms.
• UN officials warn Gaza’s entire population faces starvation after weeks of blockade, infrastructure damage and restricted aid deliveries.
• French President Emmanuel Macron has threatened EU sanctions if Israel fails to ease the humanitarian crisis in the coming days.
• Germany’s foreign minister announced a review of future arms deliveries to Israel amid mounting criticism of its military operations in Gaza.
• Israel’s defense minister unveiled plans to build 22 new West Bank settlements and establish a Jewish state on occupied territory.