During a ceremony for combat officers, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the nation is ready to reinitiate military actions in the Gaza Strip "at any moment." His comments followed the halt in the release of Palestinian prisoners, which was part of a temporary ceasefire agreement.

Netanyahu pointed out that the Israeli Defense Forces have considerably diminished Hamas's organized capabilities in Gaza.

Nevertheless, he underscored the commitment to achieving the war's goals in full, remarking, "We will complete the war's objectives entirely—whether through negotiation or other means." This statement underscores the ongoing instability in the region as Israel maneuvers through military and diplomatic efforts amidst continuing conflict.