22:07โขYemen Death Toll Rises in American Strikes
โจThe newspapers report extensively on U.S. military strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen. The operation, ordered by President Trump, targets radar systems, air defenses, missile systems, and drone capabilities to secure international shipping lanes in the Red Sea (Davar, Haaretz, Kan, n12, Ynet, i24NEWS, Jerusalem Post, Maariv, 13tv). Yemen's Health Ministry reports at least 13 deaths, with some sources claiming up to 30 casualties (Kan, Davar, n12). Meanwhile, released hostage Tal Shoham has shared harrowing testimony about his 505 days in Gaza captivity, describing his abduction and refusal to kneel before captors (INN, Jerusalem Post, Times). Netanyahu's office announces preparations for continued hostage deal negotiations based on mediators' response to the Witkoff proposal (Israel Hayom).