"Israel-Hamas Conflict Escalates as Biden Rules Out Imminent Deal"

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced that they have intensified combat in the Gaza Strip, taking over Hamas' "Leaders' Quarter" and targeting the underground infrastructure of Hamas leaders. Meanwhile, U.S. President Joe Biden stated that there is no expectation of an imminent Israel-Hamas deal, while the White House described the discussions for a humanitarian pause and hostage release as "very serious." The Wall Street Journal reported that Hamas rejected an Israeli cease-fire offer, demanding a pause already in effect. The IDF also revealed that the three Israeli hostages mistakenly killed by IDF fire were recorded on a camera mounted on a dog from an elite canine unit, but the footage went unchecked.