The Israeli military claimed to have killed a Hamas official in an airstrike in southern Lebanon’s Sidon area, alleging that the commander was planning terror attacks funded by Iran. The Lebanese state news agency reported an Israeli airstrike had killed a person but did not identify them. Meanwhile, Iran condemned US and Israeli threats, stating they violate international law.
In Gaza, the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor reported evidence of torture and abuse of Palestinian prisoners and detainees by Israeli forces. The European Union is planning to tell Israel to ensure a safe and dignified return for displaced Palestinians.
Lebanese President Aoun expressed concern over the potential failure of a full Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon by a ceasefire deadline. The US/Israel pressure on Iran was emphasized by Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Rubio, while Iran’s spokesperson criticized these actions.
Egypt is preparing a Gaza reconstruction plan that excludes Hamas from governance, as an alternative to Trump’s proposal for US ownership of Gaza. Rubio visited Riyadh and is expected to discuss Trump’s plan to move Palestinians out of Gaza, a proposal rejected by Arab nations.
In other news, Israel received a shipment of heavy bombs from the US, while Israeli far-right finance minister Smotrich expressed hope for the mass transfer of Palestinians from Gaza. In the West Bank, Israeli forces injured 13 people during a raid in a refugee camp.
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