Washington: Russia is under threat of facing severe tariffs from the United States if it does not agree to a ceasefire with Ukraine within the next 50 days, according to a statement from the White House. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt emphasized the potential economic repercussions for Russia, mentioning that countries purchasing oil from Russia would also face sanctions, potentially causing significant damage to Russia's economy.

According to Anadolu Agency, Slovenia has taken a significant diplomatic step by planning to ban two Israeli ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, over their roles in the situation in Gaza. Slovenia's Foreign Minister, Tanja Fajon, announced the decision, describing the condition in Gaza as "unbearable" and urging the Israeli government to alleviate the suffering of civilians.

In another development, Israeli airstrikes have reportedly injured civilians at a Catholic church in Gaza City. Fighter jets targeted the Catholic Holy Family Church in the Zeitoun neighborhood, wounding several displaced civilians, including the parish priest, Gabriel Romanelli. Witnesses reported that Romanelli was taken to Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital for treatment of a leg injury.