Overview

• Israel says more than 250,000 residents have left Gaza City following expanded operations and evacuation orders.
• Hospitals report at least 13 Palestinians killed across Gaza on Sunday, and a high‑rise in Gaza City was demolished after an online evacuation warning.
• Secretary of State Marco Rubio begins a two‑day visit to press for hostage returns and aid access, while signaling continued U.S. support for Israel.
• The Doha attack has set back efforts for a ceasefire and hostage deal ahead of this month’s U.N. General Assembly session, according to multiple reports.
• Regional tensions rose as Israel said it intercepted a missile launched from Yemen claimed by Houthi forces, and the military reported killing a Hezbollah member in southern Lebanon.