Death toll in Gaza has led to calls for Washington to condition military funding and other assistance it provides to Jerusalem

Local authorities report 27-year-old was hiking at Isabella Falls in Queensland when he slipped while climbing on rocks and fell into the water; he was pronounced dead on-scene

Defense Minister says IDF achievements in the war place Israel in a position of strength and provides flexibility to enable a deal that would see hostages released, which he says is absolute commitment of the government

New proposal reportedly includes release of 40 of the hostages in exchange for a six week cease-fire and the release of 900 Palestinian prisoners, the return of 6,000 Gazans

Over 20 IDF brigades were in Gaza at operation's peak; now, only Nachal remains; government's 'war' label likely aims to block senior military resignations, heightening pressure on Gallant and Netanyahu; at least 4 IDF seniors reportedly await redefinition of conflict

Israeli team arrives in Cairo, joined by Qatari, US representatives, with US piling pressure on Netanyahu to finalize swap deal with Hamas; 'The US has taken off the gloves,' senior official says