Israel announces a daily pause in Gaza fighting to allow humanitarian aid, amid soaring casualties and ongoing ceasefire talks with Hamas.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has ruled out backing France’s movement to recognise a Palestinian state by September, saying he will not support any country that has Hamas at the heart of it.

Israeli forces intercepted the Handala, a humanitarian ship sailing toward Gaza, on Saturday night in international waters, drawing widespread condemnation and raising concerns over press freedom and maritime law violations.

A group of 12 deputies want the States to write to the UK Government to express the island’s horror at the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

In response to escalating international criticism and humanitarian concerns, the Israeli military has implemented a limited pause in fighting in Gaza's populated areas. This tactical move aims to facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid and alleviate famine conditions amid ongoing conflict and failed ceasefire negotiations with Hamas.

Israel will coordinate airdrops of aid into Gaza from foreign countries in the coming days, an Israeli security official confirmed to ABC News.

Hunger and disease continue to stalk Palestinians in Gaza, and aid organizations are warning that children are at greatest risk of starvation. A U.N. worker has described people as "walking corpses."

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Trump urges Israel to "make the deal in Gaza" as envoy Ron Dermer heads to White House meetings, while Israel claims Hamas blocks return of 50 hostages held since Oct. 7.

Airdrops of food have resumed in Gaza, Israel and the United Arab Emirates said, as deaths from starvation in the besieged enclave spread.