08:17⇢Thousand Chains Break While Schools Count Dead
⌨The newspapers report intensive coverage of an imminent prisoner exchange deal, with sources indicating the release of over 1,000 Palestinian prisoners (Maan News, Al-Quds). Israeli soldiers admit to property theft and house burning in Gaza (Felesteen News), while education officials report 12,329 students killed and 574 educational institutions damaged since the war began (Palestine News Network). Military operations continue at the Indonesian Hospital (Raya) and Beit Hanoun, where Hamas's capabilities remain significant despite Israeli casualties (Sama News).