Israel increases Gaza military presence despite deal
The reports focused on Israel's expansion of its military presence within the Gaza Strip by establishing fortified bases along the so-called "Yellow Line," the demarcation line, involving the destruction of buildings and land clearance within its control. Israel has set up 32 military sites, a third of which have been established since the ceasefire agreement with Hamas came into effect last year, aimed at protecting residential clusters and securing troops, as well as destroying tunnels. Satellite images reveal that these bases are distributed at various elevations inside the territory, extending from one to five kilometers into Gaza, with a developed design that includes temporary facilities and communication towers. These sites are considered tactical locations for daily security purposes and are not necessarily permanent. Analysts believe these expansions reflect a lack of a clear strategy from Israel regarding the future of the Strip, as the area under its control has increased from 53% to approximately 70%. There are growing concerns about operational changes that could become irreversible if the expansions continue or if conditions on the ground change.
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