Gaza Violence Despite Ceasefire: Israeli strikes killed 11 people across Gaza, including children and a family of five in Gaza City, as ceasefire talks stall and residents report attacks without warning. West Bank Settler Violence: Two Palestinians were killed in Deir Jarir near Ramallah after residents tried to repel a settler raid, highlighting a sharp rise in settler attacks. Hamas vs Aid Delivery: Reports say Hamas raided WFP aid sites in Jabalia, threatening aid workers, arresting people, and demanding ransom for ammunition. Hamas Leadership Change: Khalil Al Hayya was elected head of Hamas’s political bureau after Yahya Sinwar’s death, with Al Hayya seen as a key negotiator. UK Church Debate: The Church of England’s “Kairos II” engagement motion drew backlash, with Bishop Philip North warning it could worsen antisemitism while urging dialogue over binaries. Culture & Protest: Gaza graffiti artists are turning war ruins into canvases of memory, and a new “Hair” production frames protest as performance. Diplomacy & Rights: Egypt’s foreign minister linked lasting peace to restoring Palestinian rights, while the Arab League marked Kuwait’s 65th anniversary of support for Arab unity and the Palestinian cause. UNESCO Heritage: UNESCO is set to add more Palestinian sites to its World Heritage “in danger” list, as cultural preservation faces conflict pressures. EU-Gulf Focus: The EU is pursuing a broad strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia and says it’s ready to share responsibility for Gaza’s future, alongside continued support for Palestinian institutions.