: Donald Trump declared that the Gaza war is “over,” dismissing claims that the ceasefire has collapsed, even as Israeli strikes continue across the enclave during the holy month of Ramadan. Speaking as he hosted the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace, Trump said only “small flames of violence” remain and warned Hamas to disarm or face severe consequences. Donald Trump declared that the Gaza war is “over,” dismissing claims that the ceasefire has collapsed, even as Israeli strikes continue across the enclave during the holy month of Ramadan. Speaking as he hosted the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace, Trump said only “small flames of violence” remain and warned Hamas to disarm or face severe consequences

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir led a dramatic nighttime police raid across the mixed cities of Lod and Ramla, where Palestinian residents were forced to the ground, handcuffed, and surrounded by heavily armed forces. Ben-Gvir posted videos of the raid online, sparking accusations of political theatre and targeted intimidation.