Renewal of fighting in Gaza occurred promptly on Friday after the truce extension expired, with hopes for a new pause fading. Israeli F-16 bombers resumed action by targeting over 400 locations in Gaza, predominantly in the northern region, and the Israeli army announced plans for further advances. Meanwhile, conflicting reports emerged from Qatar, where negotiations to reach a new ceasefire were ongoing. The Israeli prime minister’s office confirmed the return of the Mossad delegation from Doha, but it is likely that some liaison officers will remain in Qatar. The US has provided significant military support to Israel following the recent crisis, including a $14.3bn aid package and the delivery of various types of bombs, raising concerns about potential civilian casualties. The extent to which the nature of the bombing campaign will change is yet to be determined, as it will take time to assess the impact of the delivered weapons.