According to a report, the hamas run health ministry in Gaza said that 18,000 people have been killed in the war so far. Reportedly, Israel’s prime minister said that dozens of hamas militants have surrendered. According to the report, hamas who took 240 hostages on October 7 said that not another hostage will be freed until its demands for a prisoner exchange are met.
Reportedly, Qatar who have been a key mediator said that the chances of a renewed ceasefire are narrowing but has vowed to keep up the pressure. According to the report, Israel have ordered Palestinians to flee the centre of Khan Yunis, southern Gaza saying they do not want civilians caught up in the difficult fighting there.