Israel will remain in Gaza ‘security zones’ after war

Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel Katz, announced that Israeli troops will maintain control over designated security zones in Gaza even after the conflict ends, citing the need for protection against Hamas. Recent Israeli airstrikes resulted in at least 24 Palestinian deaths, including members of a family in Gaza City, contributing to over 1,650 fatalities since the renewed offensive began. The UN reports that 69% of Gaza is under evacuation orders, displacing approximately 500,000 people, while humanitarian conditions worsen amid a continued blockade, raising concerns about potential breaches of international law.