The Gaza death toll surpassed 52,365 with 51 Palestinians killed in the previous 24 hours. Reports detailed 65,000 children suffering from severe malnutrition amid what multiple sources described as famine conditions. Civil defense operations largely halted as fuel supplies depleted.

Netanyahu made the significant claim that most Israeli hostages in Gaza are deceased, stating only 24 remain alive, amid reports of a potential prisoner release agreement next month through Saudi-supported negotiations.

UN Secretary-General Guterres warned the two-state solution is "fading away" while Amnesty International described "genocide in real-time." International Court of Justice continued hearings regarding Israel's obligations toward UN organizations.

Yemen's forces reportedly downed a $70 million US Navy jet, showcasing the conflict's expanding regional dimensions. By evening, reports emerged of deteriorating conditions for Palestinian prisoner Abdullah Barghouti, allegedly facing assassination attempts in Israeli prison.