1. Hamas has approved a ceasefire proposal, potentially including the release of 10 living hostages and a 60-day truce. The proposal was brokered by Egypt and Qatar, with intentions to resume negotiations for ending the conflict.
2. Israel has yet to respond to the ceasefire proposal. Meanwhile, the Israeli government continues to demand the release of all hostages in one phase. It is believed that around 20 of the 50 hostages are still alive.
3. The Israeli Defense Forces are escalating their assault on Gaza, with Israel's Chief of the General Staff Eyal Zamir stating that they will continue their military campaign until Hamas is decisively defeated.