The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) report that troops have Hamas Leader Yahyu Sinwar "surrounded in his bunker" and the Hamas Head of Weapons has been "eliminated".
After accusing Hamas of blocking the route that allowed civilians to relocate in the south of Gaza, the IDF has opened an additional humanitarian route to the southern region.
While the assault on Gaza continues, British nationals who have been evacuated to Egypt have been pushed to acquire valid UK visas within three days for family members.