Israeli military aircraft conducted overnight strikes across multiple locations in Gaza, resulting in at least 13 deaths according to Palestinian authorities. Targets included Gaza City, Khan Younis, and Deir el-Balah. The Israel Defense Forces stated it was striking military operatives and claimed responsibility for killing two Hamas commanders and another militant in connection with planned attacks on Israeli targets.
The strikes represent a continuation of military operations and come several days after Hamas announced acceptance of a disarmament agreement. Under the proposed plan, the Palestinian faction would transfer its weapons to Trump’s Board of Peace as part of a broader ceasefire framework. Trump’s administration characterized the agreement as a significant development for regional peace, with the president stating Israel expressed satisfaction with the proposal.
However, significant disagreement persists regarding implementation. Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen stated no deal had been finalized to halt Gaza operations and suggested full Israeli control might be necessary if Hamas fails to disarm, contradicting the Board of Peace plan’s provisions for Israeli withdrawal. Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir rejected the draft agreement outright.
The disarmament process remains largely undefined. A 15-point implementation roadmap released this week outlines a procedure for cataloging and storing heavy weapons, military production facilities, and munitions, contingent on Israeli compliance with initial ceasefire terms. The Palestinian National Committee, an independent technocratic body to which Hamas has agreed to transfer authority, would reportedly manage weapons storage, though specific transfer mechanisms remain unclear. The committee currently operates from Cairo and has not yet entered Gaza.
Since the ceasefire commenced earlier this year, over 1,100 Palestinians have been killed. Satellite imagery documented destruction of more than 1,500 buildings in Israeli-controlled Gaza areas, with UN estimates suggesting approximately 60 million tonnes of debris has accumulated.
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