According to Palestinian health officials, Israeli warplanes targeted Gaza City, Deir al-Balah, Khan Younis, and other areas, resulting in one of the deadliest days in recent weeks. However, Israeli officials remain cautious. The Israeli military said one strike in Deir al-Balah targeted two commanders from Hamas' elite Nukhba force, while other operations were aimed at suspected militant operatives. Hamas maintained that it had shown flexibility during negotiations but accused Israel of undermining ceasefire efforts through continued military operations. The group insists Israel must halt its attacks and withdraw its forces from Gaza before it will hand over its weapons to a new Palestinian governing authority.