Overview

• The Israeli military has initiated the first stages of Operation Gideon’s Chariots, involving extensive airstrikes and troop mobilization to seize key areas in Gaza.
• Over 250 Palestinians have been killed in the past 24 hours, marking one of the deadliest bombardments since the collapse of a ceasefire in March 2025.
• President Donald Trump, concluding his Middle East visit, reiterated his proposal for a U.S.-managed 'freedom zone' in Gaza and pledged to address the severe starvation crisis there.
• International condemnation grows over Israel's ongoing blockade, which has caused critical food shortages and warnings of famine, as well as plans for forced population displacements.
• Hostage negotiations remain stalled, with 57 individuals still held by Hamas, as Israeli forces escalate military actions to pressure for their release.