Hamas reportedly executed approximately 25 members of the Dughmush family in the Sabra neighborhood of Gaza City "a few hours ago" according to residents and social media reports. Simultaneously, an Israeli security source denied reports of an Israeli airstrike in Rafah City, stating instead that clashes are occurring between Hamas and gunmen from clan factions. Over the past hour, Brig.-Gen. (Res.) Erez Askal was named head of the new National Artificial Intelligence Directorate within the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office. Further details from the Dughmush family incident indicate the Qassam Brigades attacked the family homes with mortars and rocket launchers, resulting in executions, including that of a pregnant woman, according to an X post citing "Philipp27960841". Palestinian media had reported an Israeli airstrike in Rafah City, southern Gaza, but this was denied by an Israeli security source, which attributed the activity to clashes between Hamas and clan factions. In a separate development, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson stated that the UK government has been involved in diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza, with former U.S. President Donald Trump's influence mentioned in relation to these efforts, according to an X post by GovMikeHuckabee. Handwritten notes attributed to Yahya Sinwar, dated 2022, were published by the IDF, outlining guiding principles for a planned raid into Israel. These notes detail strategies for creating "terrifying imagery" and inciting violence, including instructions for filming and broadcasting acts such as "trampling on soldiers' heads, point-blank shootings, stabbing several with a knife, blowing up tanks, soldiers kneeling with their hands on their heads." The notes also mention operational objectives for specific brigades, including those focused on the coastline and Gaza, and emphasize the need for intensive movements before any action to serve as a cover story. In parallel with these events, Hamas security forces have arrested dozens of suspected collaborators and anti-Hamas clan members since a ceasefire went into effect, with many expected to be executed, according to Palestinian sources. The release of Israeli hostages was anticipated to commence tomorrow morning, with the Israeli government spokesman confirming the IDF was retreating to the yellow line in anticipation. Al-Jazeera reported the potential recovery of 28 bodies following the release of captives. Egyptian sources also reported dozens of caravans waiting in Egyptian Rafah to enter Gaza following the reopening of the Rafah crossing.
