Israel-Hamas war live: Israel to pull thousands of troops from Gaza battle
Military spokesman says army is ‘adjusting the fighting methods’ as war grinds on and death toll rises.

Israeli strike hits residential area near Kuwaiti hospital in Rafah
- The Israeli military says it will withdraw five combat brigades taking part in the ground invasion of Gaza so troops can “gain strength” for future battles.
- At least 100 people were killed and 286 wounded in Israeli attacks on homes in central Gaza in the past 24 hours, the health ministry says.