The UK, France, and Canada are upping the pressure on Israel for a ceasefire, by talking about recognising a Palestinian state. Even Donald Trump has told Israel it has to “do it a different way” because of “real starvation”.

But will this diplomatic pressure make any difference? Professor Michael Clarke and Middle East expert Dr Burcu Ozcelik consider whether cutting military aid might be more effective and assess the impact of Arab League calls for Hamas to disarm.

Sitrep also speaks to British veteran Major Andrew Fox, about what he’s just seen in Gaza as an invited observer of the Israeli/American aid distribution programme.

And how brain-sensors, eye implants, and robot exoskeletons could transform not just future military operations but military personnel too.