Israel has expanded its control of the Gaza Strip to nearly 60% of the territory despite the ceasefire, as it prepares for a possible resumption of the war, reported Middle East Eye yesterday, citing Israel Army Radio. Senior military officials, cited by the broadcaster, said they are pressing to restart fighting, arguing that now is the optimal moment to defeat Hamas.
Operational plans for renewed attacks have been completed, the report said, with a final decision pending approval from Israel’s political leadership. The military has also reduced forces in southern Lebanon while redeploying brigades to Gaza and the occupied West Bank.
