Overview

• President Donald Trump told reporters that fewer than 20 hostages in Gaza remain alive and suggested the figure may be lower.
• Gal Hirsch, Israel’s captives and missing coordinator, said Israel’s assessment remains 20 living hostages, two in serious condition, and 28 confirmed dead.
• The Hostages and Missing Families Forum disputed the official tallies, stating that 50 hostages are being held in Gaza.
• Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would authorize the military to seize Gaza City and directed immediate negotiations for the release of all remaining hostages.
• Defence Minister Israel Katz warned Gaza City would face destruction unless Hamas agrees to Israel’s terms, including releasing all hostages and disarming.