⌨The IDF released its investigation into Kibbutz Erez on October 7th, revealing that while the military failed in its mission, 12 armed residents prevented a massacre when 15-20 Hamas terrorists penetrated the community. The findings dominated morning coverage across all outlets.
Israel conducted its first naval strike against Yemen's Hodeidah port using missile boats rather than aircraft, marking a tactical shift. Hours later, the Houthis retaliated with a ballistic missile that was intercepted, with debris falling near Jerusalem.
Netanyahu announced "significant progress" in hostage negotiations while cautioning it remained "too early to raise hopes." However, reports emerged that Trump explicitly told Netanyahu to end the Gaza war and removed military action against Iran from consideration, despite Netanyahu's arguments about Iran stalling tactics.
Britain led five countries in imposing sanctions on ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich, prompting US criticism of the move. A 14-year-old boy died after being accidentally shot by a friend in Rishon LeZion, while climate activist Greta Thunberg was deported after her flotilla attempt.