⌨Early morning news reported assassination of Rabbi Zvi Kogan in Dubai, with UAE authorities later announcing arrest of three suspects. By dawn, Hezbollah launched unprecedented barrages, firing over 250 rockets throughout the day, triggering 540 alerts across Israel. Direct hits wounded nine people, including one severely in Kfar Blum.
US mediator Hochstein delivered ultimatum through Ambassador Herzog: reach agreement within days or mediation ends. Netanyahu convened security cabinet, which approved framework for northern border arrangement. IDF responded by striking 12 Hezbollah command centers in Beirut's Dahieh district.
By evening, Israeli sources confirmed preliminary agreement to ceasefire terms, marking shift from previous day's hesitation. Deal reportedly includes IDF withdrawal south of border, Hezbollah retreat north of Litani, while maintaining Israel's operational freedom.