Security circles in the US and Israel have likely accepted that the killing of a top Iranian commander in Damascus earlier this month means Iran will have to "retaliate in some form", with reports suggesting an attack could be imminent.
Hamas has rejected Israel s latest ceasefire proposal, despite reports suggesting talks had been progressing well. Meanwhile, Benjamin Netanyahu says a date has been set for a ground offensive in Rafah - which he has long been warned against.
A government spokesperson insisted Benjamin Netanyahu would go ahead with a ground invasion of Rafah despite the withdrawl. Meanwhile an Iranian official has said none of Israel s embassies are safe.