West Bank Settlement Tensions: The UK clashed with Israel over tenders for 1,200 homes in E1, warning it could “destroy” the two-state solution, while Israel’s foreign minister hit back at the “patronising” tone and defended settlement rights. Settler Violence & Health Workers: A British charity says Palestinian healthcare workers are facing rising attacks and detentions, including a nurse shot and partially paralysed in Sa’ir and a doctor attacked near Bethlehem. Settlement Expansion on the Ground: Israel began repopulating the evacuated settlement of Kadim, with far-right officials present, as part of a broader push to expand settlements in the northern West Bank. Gaza Economy Under Pressure: An AP investigation says smuggling of restricted goods into Gaza has boomed, driving up prices and enriching soldiers and middlemen, with hospitals relying on smugglers for medicine and equipment. Hind Rajab Probe: Israel has opened criminal investigations into the killing of Hind Rajab and Gaza medics after admitting soldiers fired on the civilian vehicle. Banking Shock Risk: Israeli banks linked to the Palestinian Authority are reportedly seeking to postpone cutting correspondent ties to avoid disrupting trade and payments. Diplomacy for Shipping & Talks: Egypt and Qatar urged a return to the US-Iran MoU to restart negotiations, while stressing freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.