Israel announced the killing of Mohammed Sinwar, the presumed leader of Hamas in Gaza, during air strikes, as part of its ongoing military operations which have reportedly eliminated tens of thousands of terrorists since the outbreak of the Gaza war. Amidst a humanitarian crisis, the UN condemned a new aid distribution system bypassing traditional channels, following chaotic scenes at a food distribution site that left many injured, with conflicting claims about Israeli military actions. As the war entered its 600th day, Prime Minister Netanyahu highlighted military achievements, while Gazans expressed despair over the unchanging violence and dire living conditions.
