In a recent development, the Israeli army reported uncovering a tunnel shaft allegedly used by Hamas militants at Al Shifa hospital, Gaza's largest medical facility. The military also claimed to find a vehicle containing weapons within the hospital compound, releasing a video as evidence. Hamas denied the accusations, labeling them a "blatantly false narrative" to justify Israeli aggression.

The U.S. supported Israel's claims, citing intelligence evidence of Hamas using the hospital as a base. Amid the ongoing Israeli offensive in Gaza, the hospital raid adds to the toll, with over 11,500 Palestinians killed and 50,000 injured in the past 33 days.

Israeli military leaders stated they are close to dismantling Hamas in northern Gaza, signaling a potential expansion of their campaign. The humanitarian situation worsens, with the UNRWA unable to deliver aid due to communication breakdowns and fuel shortages, warning of an impending crisis. Human Rights Watch called for an investigation into an Israeli strike on an ambulance convoy leaving Al Shifa hospital, emphasizing the special protections hospitals hold under international law.