Daily brief
Israel has voiced strong opposition to a new U.S.-led oversight panel for Gaza, criticizing the prominent roles given to Qatar and Turkey. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated the plan contradicts Israeli policy, with some politicians calling it a diplomatic failure. The panel, announced by the Trump administration, is intended to help manage the next steps in the territory.
President Trump stated that Arab and Israeli officials did not convince him to call off a potential strike on Iran, saying 'I convinced myself'.
Russian President Putin held calls with the leaders of Iran and Israel in a bid to de-escalate regional tensions (ongoing coverage).
Israeli opposition figure Gideon Sa'ar is pushing the European Union to designate the Iranian regime as a terrorist organization.