A man in a car similar to that used by terrorists during the Hamas invasion was killed by Israeli special forces. the IDF has refused to recognize him as an IDF casualty.

<p>Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant responded to Brazilian President Lula's remarks in which he accused Israel of genocide.</p><p>“Accusing Israel of perpetrating a Holocaust is outrageous and abhorrent.</p><p>"Brazil has stood with Israel for years. President Lula supports a genocidal terrorist organization - Hamas, and in doing so brings great shame to his people, and violates the values of the free world," he stated</p>

MG Ori Gordin met with the security coordinators of communities in northern Israel and told them they are 'the protective force and an integral part of our defensive systems.'

UNRWA leaders say loss of Western support following revelations of ties to Hamas, participation in massacre threaten organization's existence, but it is still looking to hire new employees.

National Unity party chairman addresses Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organization, says ' There has not been a more just war' than the current war against Hamas.

<p>Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has responded to Brazilian President Lula da Silva, who compared Israel's war with Hamas to the holocaust.</p><p>"The Brazilian President's words are shameful and severe. This is the trivialization of the Holocaust and an attempt to harm the Jewish people and Israel's right to defend itself.</p><p>"The comparison between Israel and the Nazi Holocaust and Hitler is a red line. Israel is fighting for its defense and to ensure its future, until total victory and it is doing so while following international law.</p><p>"I decided, with Foreign Minister Katz, to immediately summon the Brazilian Ambassador to Israel for a serious reprimand."</p>

Activist filmed punching a right-wing activist who was standing in front of him during the left-wing protest on Kaplan Street. He was later located.

IDF special forces are continuing to operate in the Nasser Hospital and areas adjacent to it in Khan Yunis, where they located additional weapons.