Gaza’s yellow line creeps forward as Israeli forces expand zone of control
Summary
Israeli forces have been moving a truce line called the "yellow line" westward in Gaza since a ceasefire in October, expanding the area they control. This shift has increased the zone where Palestinians face attacks and made life more dangerous, with new military structures and restrictions growing along the line.Key Facts
- The yellow line was set in a US-brokered ceasefire in October as a temporary boundary.
- Since then, Israel has expanded control beyond the original 53% of Gaza to about 58% by December.
- Physical markers like yellow concrete blocks and earth berms have been moved or built to show the new line.
- The Israeli military has built seven new concrete forts along the yellow line, increasing the total to 32.
- The "orange line" is an unmarked zone beyond the yellow line where Palestinians and vehicles can be targeted.
- The orange line’s exact distance from the yellow line changes between 200 to 500 meters.
- UN facilities, including emergency shelters, have found themselves inside the orange line after its advancement.
- Israeli forces say their actions protect soldiers from threats as the situation remains tense.
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