Israeli military operations continue in Gaza amid reports of new US plan

The Israeli military says it is preparing a new offensive in Gaza with the stated goal of disarming Hamas by force. Recent operations have included airstrikes and ground engagements, with the IDF reporting it killed several Hamas fighters who fired on troops from a tunnel in Rafah, and Palestinian media reporting several Palestinian fatalities in strikes.

A draft US plan for Gaza, reportedly backed by President Trump, would allow Hamas to keep some small arms, according to reports. In a related development, Indonesia has said it is readying up to 8,000 troops for a potential Gaza mission in support of the Trump peace plan.