Palestinian media reported Gaza's death toll reaching 52,760 with 119,264 injuries as hospitals received 106 martyrs in 24 hours. World Kitchen announced suspending operations in Gaza as supplies depleted, while Doctors Without Borders stated Palestinians are being "killed en masse" without aid since March.

The most significant development came midday with reports of Trump cutting contact with Netanyahu, feeling "disappointed" and deciding to act independently in the Middle East. Trump's envoy unveiled a "major initiative" for aid distribution throughout Gaza via a "Gaza Relief Fund" bypassing Hamas control.

Palestinian media reported Al-Qassam Brigades opening "the gates of hell" against Israeli forces in Rafah, claiming 19 soldiers killed or wounded in close-quarter combat. Meanwhile, Palestinian finance ministries announced government employee salaries would be disbursed at 70% of normal rates.

Reports emerged of Israeli plans to establish "forced isolation camps" in Gaza, while Israeli raids on UNRWA schools in Jerusalem's Shuafat camp ordered their evacuation.