An Israeli airstrike on a school in central Gaza, which served as a shelter for the displaced, resulted in the deaths of 18 individuals, including six UN workers, marking the highest death toll of UNRWA personnel in a single incident. The Israeli military claimed the strike targeted Hamas operatives hiding within a command center in the school, a statement denied by Hamas, which reported that around 5,000 displaced people were present at the time. In parallel, Israeli officials accused Hamas of obstructing hostage deal negotiations, while Israel's chief negotiator proposed offering safe passage for Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in exchange for 101 hostages. This proposal comes amid ongoing tensions, as the U.S. has publicly blamed Hamas for the deadlock in negotiations, while Qatar and Egypt appear to hold a differing perspective. Meanwhile, the Israeli Defense Forces targeted key Hamas figures in a recent airstrike, claiming to have taken precautionary measures to avoid civilian casualties. The situation in Gaza remains dire as humanitarian conditions worsen and diplomatic efforts stall, highlighting the urgent need for a resolution.