Israel receives list of 11 hostages set to be released from Hamas captivity ■ 84-year-old Israeli hostage hospitalized in life-threatening condition after release ■ Hamas seeks to extend cease-fire ■ Biden says U.S. aims to extend the fighting pause beyond Monday ■ At least 1,200 civilians and soldiers killed in Israel since October 7; over 200 hostages still held in Gaza ■ Hamas-controlled health ministry: 14,854 dead in Gaza

The Clalit HMO says the number of prescriptions for sedatives and psychiatric drugs shot up 11 percent in October, compared with the month before. Maccabi HMO reports a 20 percent rise. ‘Most people make do with talking with a professional, but if someone can’t function, we give them meds.’

Hamas has great interest in extending the cease-fire, and the organization told the Qataris that it would try to locate more Israelis who fit the deal’s first criteria, which includes some 90 people. The IDF too needs time to refresh its troops and prepare them for the next stage

The IDF determined to eventually begin operations in southern Gaza as well, where Hamas is in much better shape. Israel hopes the cease-fire gives Hamas a chance to see the devastation in northern Gaza, which will reduce their motivation to continue fighting

After seven weeks of bombing, the cease-fire enabled the people of Gaza to examine the ruins of their homes up close, or at least try to reach them