Despite crippling military losses, Hamas has continued paying thousands of members through a covert cash delivery system; The BBC reports the group moved $7 million to 30,000 'civilian wing' staff during the war, drawing on $700 million hidden in tunnels

PM tells Indian media territory would be ruled by transitional authority after Hamas defeat; IDF chief Zamir set to recommend against move, with officials telling NYT that troops unfit for task due to fatigue after nearly two years of war

The Trump administration ignores Netanyahu's corruption trial and threat to the independence of the courts cited in the previous report; in review of Russia, El Salvador and Israel, it cut references to LGBTQ+ rights abuses 

Cabinet set to decide on a full-scale Gaza occupation versus a phased siege; debate extends beyond tactical concerns, such as risks to hostages and lies in the absence of a long-term strategic vision for Gaza’s future

Hospital deletes an Instagram birth post after realizing the newborn was named after killed Hamas chief; officials hint they’ll block the name, but the parents may take the fight to court as the name Yahya gains popularity in Europe

European Commission Vice President Teresa Ribera condemns Israel’s actions in Gaza as resembling 'genocide', citing mass starvation and civilian targeting, while EU officials and staff demand immediate sanctions

Families warn military action risks loved ones, accuse government of abandonment and urge negotiations as political and military officials at odds on war's next steps