Israel Withdraws From Netzarim Corridor Amid Ceasefire Deal

On February 9, 2025, Israeli forces completed their withdrawal from the Netzarim Corridor, a 6-kilometer strip that bisects the Gaza Strip. This action fulfills a key component of the ceasefire agreement initiated on January 19, 2025.

Hamas Claims Victory

Following the withdrawal, Hamas declared the move as evidence of Israel’s failure to achieve its objectives in Gaza. CNN reports that a Hamas spokesperson stated, “The withdrawal of the Zionist occupation army from the Netzarim axis is a victory for the will of our people.” 

Israel Links Withdrawal to Hamas Dismantling

Despite the pullout from the Netzarim Corridor, Israeli officials have emphasized that a full withdrawal from Gaza will not occur until Hamas’s military and political capabilities are entirely dismantled, reports The Guardian.

While the withdrawal from the Netzarim Corridor marks a significant step in the ceasefire process, the durability of the peace remains uncertain.

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