Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas take place in Qatar, officials say they are optimistic.
The Hamas Ministry of Health announces at least 19 killed in the space of 24 hours in the Gaza Strip.
The fighting continues at a time when, according to the Associated Press, negotiators say they are close to a ceasefire agreement.
According to Israeli commentators, Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to ignore pressure from his far-right ministers and his choice would facilitate the ongoing negotiations in Qatar.
Israel demands the release of the 94 hostages still imprisoned in the Gaza Strip. The IDF estimates that 34 of them died.
On the ground, the UN special coordinator for the peace process is calling for an end to the war in Gaza.
Muhannad Hadi highlights the need to ensure a better future for the region’s children.
The senior United Nations official traveled to Gaza City where he met representatives of non-governmental organizations.
For his message, Muhannad Hadi specially went to the Holy Family Church, the only Catholic church in the Gaza Strip.