- Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu are reportedly pursuing an “all or nothing” agreement to end the conflict in Gaza, demanding hostage release and Hamas disarmament.
- Netanyahu is said to be considering a full military takeover of Gaza, despite warnings from former Israeli security officials about the risks to hostages and the humanitarian situation.
- Growing domestic and international pressure is mounting for a ceasefire deal, intensified by reports of widespread starvation in Gaza and videos of emaciated Israeli hostages.
- Israel's far-right finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, has indicated plans to rebuild Jewish settlements in Gaza, viewing the conflict as an opportunity for expansion.
- A UN-backed food security agency has warned of a “worst-case scenario of famine” in Gaza, with a UN special rapporteur accusing Israel of creating an “efficient starvation machine”.
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