Congress has launched a federal investigation into Wikimedia, seeking information on individuals who contributed to Wikipedia articles critical of Israel. Meanwhile, a White House meeting on Wednesday, attended by President Donald Trump, Tony Blair, and Jared Kushner, clarified that a key question remains who will govern Gaza after Hamas, according to sources. The investigation into Wikimedia reportedly requests the identities of contributors who included criticism of Israel in Wikipedia entries, as stated by AFpost. This development underscores ongoing tensions surrounding online content related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In Gaza, IDF forces reported expanding their control in the southern strip, consolidating contact lines between Khan Yunis and Sahalah, and establishing a new distribution center in West Rafah. Operations continue in the central strip near Deir Elbal, and the northern strip, particularly Jabalia and Zeiton, with IDF forces controlling approximately 70% of the Gaza Strip, according to a report from August 28th, 2025. Separately, Israel's Finance Minister outlined two "scenarios" for Gaza, both of which reportedly involve annexation and the removal of its civilian population, as noted by AdHaque110. This statement has drawn significant attention regarding future plans for the region. In other news, GHF intelligence operations are under scrutiny following reports that US contractors interrogated the source of Middle East Eye journalist Mohamed Salama days before Salama was killed in Nasser Hospital strikes. The contractors reportedly inquired about Salama's identity and whereabouts in relation to his recent story on the killing of aid seekers, according to Infinite Jaz. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the "destruction" of Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir by "extreme protest activists," calling for law enforcement to pursue those involved. He asserted that the IDF, under Zamir's leadership, acts with morality and determination to overcome Hamas and restore judgment. Scenes of destruction were reported on Al-Zawiya Street in the Al-Zaytoun neighborhood of Gaza City, with activist Hamza Al-Masri warning people to avoid the area due to ongoing danger. Separately, journalist Mannie Fabian announced the birth of his daughter yesterday and indicated he would return to work soon.
