The United Nations Security Council has scheduled an emergency meeting on Israel's ground invasion of Gaza, as the conflict enters its "second stage" according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Israel's military has reported striking over 450 Hamas targets in Gaza in the last day, including command centers and anti-tank missile launch posts. Phone and internet connectivity, disrupted by Israel's heavy bombardment, have been restored for many people in Gaza.

Relatives of Israelis held hostage by Hamas are urging Netanyahu to halt the airstrikes and resume rescue negotiations. Pro-Palestinian demonstrations have also taken place in cities worldwide, including London, Paris, and New York.

Prime Minister Netanyahu has faced criticism for accusing security chiefs of failing to warn him about the impending Hamas attack before the conflict escalated. Netanyahu posted the accusation on social media, but later deleted the tweet and issued an apology. The families of the hostages are growing increasingly concerned about their safety as Israel's ground operations continue.

The war has resulted in the deaths of over 7,000 people in Gaza, according to Palestinian health officials, and 1,400 Israelis have died. The escalating conflict has prompted the United Arab Emirates, the Arab representative on the UN Security Council, to call for a ceasefire, putting them at odds with other council members, such as the United States.