⌨Israeli forces continued bombing schools housing displaced Palestinians, killing 33 at two schools in Gaza City. Health officials reported 86 Palestinians killed in 24 hours, with strange injuries suggesting new weapons use. The Israeli military expanded ground operations in Al-Shuja'iya neighborhood, forcing thousands to evacuate.
By midday, UNRWA accused Israel of weaponizing food and humanitarian aid, reporting the highest displacement in the West Bank since 1967. Meanwhile, US Congress rejected a ban on weapons sales to Israel.
In the afternoon, an Israeli strike in Sidon, Lebanon killed a Hamas leader and his two sons. Israeli media reported the government was negotiating with multiple countries to accept Palestinians from Gaza, with The Guardian noting Israel's intention for permanent Gaza occupation.
By evening, Abu Obeida, Hamas military spokesman, announced half of Israeli prisoners are in evacuation zones and won't be moved, pressuring Israel to negotiate immediately.