Overview
- An Israeli airstrike targeted Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, killing senior Hamas official Ismail Barhoum and a 16-year-old boy recovering from surgery.
- The surgical ward of the hospital was heavily damaged, with destroyed ceilings, shattered windows, and rubble throughout the facility.
- The Israeli military confirmed the strike, stating Barhoum was responsible for Hamas' finances and transferring funds to its military wing.
- Palestinian health authorities report over 50,000 deaths in Gaza since the war began, with at least 65 killed in the past 24 hours due to resumed Israeli airstrikes.
- Egypt is mediating a proposed ceasefire involving hostage releases and a pause in fighting, but no agreement has been reached yet.