Overview

• Press secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized the BBC for publishing multiple casualty figures based on Hamas claims that were later retracted after footage review.
• The BBC initially reported varying death tolls from Israeli tank and gunfire at a Gaza aid centre before removing its headlines and issuing a clarification.
• The White House confirmed it is verifying reports that Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinians seeking food aid at U.S.-backed distribution hubs in Gaza.
• U.N. agencies and NGOs have condemned the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s distribution system for forcing civilians into dangerous journeys and politicizing relief.
• Hamas-run Gaza health authorities reported at least 27 Palestinians killed and dozens wounded when aid lines descended into chaos at Rafah distribution points.