The 10-day diplomatic pause squanders the operational momentum achieved over 46 days of intense combat.

“For over two years, our children have suffered without any security solution on the horizon,” said Mayor Avichai Stern.

Hamas is exploiting the diplomatic stalemate to delay demands for its disarmament, while working to consolidate its governance in the Gaza Strip, rebuild its military capabilities and continue terrorist activity against IDF forces.

COGAT says aid entering the Strip surpasses international benchmarks, while accusing Hamas of diverting civilian resources to sustain its terror infrastructure.

President says negotiators will meet Iranian representatives after reported Strait of Hormuz clashes, while warning of severe consequences if diplomacy fails.

While Washington speaks of diplomacy, anger, disappointment, and a sense of betrayal prevail in northern Israel.

With Israel still on alert for renewed hostilities, the military has released a detailed account of what it says was achieved against Iran and Hezbollah—far beyond the lazy claim that little was accomplished.

Two Israeli reservists were killed in fighting in southern Lebanon—killed by Hezbollah explosive devices. Their deaths show how dangerous and unpredictable operations in the villages and hills beyond the border remain.

Israeli military says actions were taken in self-defense against immediate threats during the ceasefire.