❗️Israel plans to maintain permanent military occupation in Gaza under Trump plan
❗️Israel plans to maintain permanent military occupation in Gaza under Trump plan
Israeli state broadcaster KAN reported that Tel Aviv has informed Washington of its intention to maintain a long-term military presence at three strategic locations in Gaza even after the prisoner exchange and phased withdrawal outlined in Trump’s plan. The positions include a buffer zone inside Gaza, the Philadelphi Corridor along the Egyptian border, and “Hill 70” (Tal al-70 or Tal al-Mantar) — a site located east of Shujaiya in Gaza City.
The report added that Washington “understands Israel’s need” to keep troops stationed at these sites beyond the first withdrawal phase. Under the plan, Israeli forces would begin pulling back once all captives are recovered, initially repositioning along an internal “yellow line” before retreating to a “red line,” where foreign troops operating under a US mandate would take over security management.
