The security cabinet has updated its official goals for the ongoing war with Hamas in Gaza to include allowing displaced residents of the north to return safely to their homes after attacks by Hezbollah. There are reports of a potential deal between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and New Hope chairman Gideon Sa'ar, which could result in Sa'ar being appointed defense minister and jointly choosing a new IDF chief of staff. The Abraham Accords, signed four years ago, have been strained by the Gaza war but remain resilient and may be expanded again soon.