Israel seized more land from neighbors since 2023 than it has in decades
Summary
Since 2023, Israel has taken control of large areas in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, marking its biggest territorial expansion in decades. These areas, called “buffer zones,” are meant to prevent future attacks, but have displaced millions of people and raised concerns about long-term changes to the region’s borders.Key Facts
- Israel has seized about 1,000 square kilometers (386 square miles) of land in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria since 2023.
- The land takeover started after Hamas attacked Israel in 2023, triggering wars on several fronts.
- Israel calls the land “buffer zones” to protect itself from militant attacks and plans to stay there indefinitely.
- More than 3 million Palestinians and Lebanese have been forced to leave their homes due to Israeli military actions and demolitions.
- In Lebanon, Israel currently occupies 608 square kilometers (234 square miles) after fighting Hezbollah, a militant group backed by Iran.
- About 1.2 million Lebanese civilians have been warned to evacuate from the occupied area in Lebanon.
- Israel controlled more than half of the Gaza Strip after a ceasefire in October 2025, a region with over 2 million people.
- The borders in this region have changed often since 1948 through wars, ceasefires, and agreements, and the recent changes may lead to new long-term boundaries.
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