Military to expand territorial control in Gaza Strip from 64% to 70%

Military forces received orders to increase the area under their control inside the Gaza Strip. The expansion would raise the share of territory from 64 percent to 70 percent. The directive follows an earlier period in which forces already held 64 percent of the enclave. No timetable for completing the additional advance was provided.

Background on current holdings The Gaza Strip has been under varying degrees of military presence since prior conflicts. Current figures reflect the most recent assessment of areas under direct control. Further operational details, including the number of additional personnel or equipment involved, were not released.