The IDF published a document found in a Gaza tunnel, believed to be handwritten by Yahya Sinwar, detailing guidelines for the October 7 attack, including instructions for creating horrific imagery and inciting violence in the West Bank and Jerusalem. This development occurred as IDF troops in Gaza reported Hamas terrorists approaching dangerously close to their positions, with soldiers ordered to fire warning shots at civilians nearing the yellow line but to avoid lethal force until hostages are returned. Separately, Gaza flotilla activists detained by Israel have arrived in Jordan, according to Al Jazeera. The document outlines a preliminary stage involving intense movements weeks before the attack to serve as cover, emphasizing the need to generate "horror images" such as burning vehicles, explosions, and "terrible destruction" to sow death. It also details instructions for close-quarters attacks, including knife assaults and tank blasts, and calls for inciting uprisings. The IDF stated that Hamas terrorists have reoccupied homes as close as 250 meters from some posts in Gaza. In parallel, IDF troops are reportedly ordered to avoid lethal force until hostages are returned, after which full control over the Yellow Line will be enforced. The Gaza Municipality began clearing and reopening streets in Gaza City on the morning of October 12th, 2025, to restore basic infrastructure amidst a scarcity of heavy machinery. US President Donald Trump was scheduled to arrive in Israel on October 12th, 2025, as confirmed by the Israel Ministry of Defense, amidst indications of potential hostage releases prior to his landing.
