The latest developments include United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres invoking Article 99 to urge the UN Security Council to work towards an Israel-Gaza ceasefire. Israel’s security cabinet approved the entry of minimal fuel into Gaza, while the US Senate blocked an aid package bill for Israel’s missile defense systems. Jordan deployed parachutes to drop urgent relief aid to Gaza, while the US and Turkey rejected the idea of Israel establishing a buffer zone in Gaza. Human impact from the fighting includes intense Israeli bombardment in Rafah, with casualties and rescues reported. Diplomatic efforts include UK’s Defence Secretary visiting Israel and the occupied West Bank, world leaders backing the UN chief’s call for a ceasefire, and the Israel-Gaza war being a central theme in the US Republican debate. The ICC Prosecutor called for humanitarian aid to be allowed into Gaza, and Japanese Prime Minister urged for minimized civilian casualties and adherence to international law. Saudi Arabia has requested US restraint in responding to Yemen’s Houthis attacks.