Israel’s Defensive Measures Accused as Hamas-Fueled Gaza Violence Escalates

In a troubling continuation of hostilities that undermine peace efforts, the Hamas-controlled Gaza government has accused the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) of expanding what they call the “yellow zone” — the buffer line inside Gaza agreed upon as part of an October ceasefire. This zone marks where Israeli troops pulled back but maintained strategic presence to protect their national security. The Gaza authorities claim that Israel advanced approximately 300 meters eastward into Gaza City streets such as Al Shaaf, Al Nazzaz, and Baghdad, alleging a serious breach of the ceasefire. They further assert that dozens of Palestinian families were trapped...