Israel’s 24-hour deadline to Hamas has expired, marking a critical turning point in the fragile ceasefire agreement brokered by the U.S., Egypt and Qatar. According to Israeli officials, the IDF began limited operations beyond the designated “Yellow Line” after Hamas failed to withdraw its remaining fighters before the 8 p.m. deadline. U.S. and regional mediators had relayed final warnings to Hamas through Cairo and Doha, emphasizing that any continued presence beyond the demarcated zone would be considered a violation of the ceasefire pact. WATCH 

Israeli fighter jets struck Rafah and other parts of southern Gaza, following what Israeli media described as an “exchange of fire” with Hamas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held urgent talks with military chiefs as fears grow that the fragile ceasefire may collapse.