Israel military expands territory in Gaza during cease-fire

Israel’s military has expanded its presence inside the Gaza Strip during a seven-month cease-fire. The expansion includes additional territory and new fortifications along the boundary with Hamas-controlled areas. The cease-fire began seven months ago. Since then, Israeli forces have increased the amount of land they hold and have built additional defensive positions.

Territorial changes The military has moved its lines deeper into Gaza.

These adjustments have created a wider buffer zone between Israeli positions and areas administered by Hamas. The new fortifications include barriers and observation points along the updated boundary. The military has not released figures on the total area added. No timetable has been announced for further changes or for any withdrawal from the newly held ground.