Netanyahu orders Israeli army to seize 70 percent of Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Orders Military Takeover of Gaza Territory

Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed the Israeli military to seize control of approximately 70% of the Gaza Strip, according to a statement released by the Israeli government. This move comes despite the October 2025 ceasefire agreement, which had established boundaries for Israeli control in the territory.

According to reports, Israeli forces currently hold around 60% of the Palestinian territory. The recent order from Netanyahu appears to be an attempt to expand Israel’s control over Gaza.

The Israeli military has been operating in the Gaza Strip since a conflict began in 2008. The October 2025 ceasefire agreement aimed to bring stability to the region, but it is unclear what specific actions Netanyahu plans to take by seizing additional territory.

Details of the order and its implications for the ceasefire agreement are not yet available. Representatives from the Israeli government have declined to comment further on the matter.

The Gaza Strip has been a focal point of conflict between Israel and Palestinian groups since 2008. The region’s fragile stability is closely monitored by international observers, who will likely be watching developments closely in coming days.

As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how this development will affect the ceasefire agreement and the broader regional dynamics at play.

Source: Al Jazeera