Gaza Food Security: UN-linked analysis says food security and child nutrition have improved thanks to more humanitarian access, but malnutrition is still at crisis levels and gains could collapse if aid access slips. Ceasefire Violations: Despite a ceasefire, Gaza saw deadly strikes across multiple areas, with reports of families killed and more injuries, underscoring how fragile “calm” remains. Hostage/Detention Updates: Israel released 35 detainees from Gaza, transferring them via Karem Abu Salem to Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis. Al-Aqsa Under Pressure: Thousands of right-wing Israelis stormed Al-Aqsa during Tisha B’Av while Palestinian worshippers faced tight restrictions and assaults; Jordan and others condemned the incursions. West Bank Violence: A stabbing near Elon Moreh left an Israeli man seriously wounded; attackers were killed, and closures followed. Elections: The Palestinian election commission set a timetable for Nov. 28 legislative elections, including voter registration and candidate nomination dates. International Support: Singapore reaffirmed support for the Palestinian Authority, including $10m in technical assistance for statehood capacity-building. Regional Diplomacy: Japan’s foreign minister said international support for Palestine must keep growing through frameworks like CEAPAD. Humanitarian Cost: Oxfam warned Gaza reconstruction could cost $71.4bn—far more than past efforts—and may fail without Palestinian leadership.