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Israel Launches Magen Oz Corridor Amid Ceasefire Talks

7/17/2025

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The Israeli military has launched the Magen Oz corridor in southern Gaza, a strategic 15-kilometer route designed to isolate Hamas and disrupt Khan Younis. As tensions rise, Israel is also engaging in negotiations for a ceasefire and the release of hostages, demonstrating a willingness to compromise on territorial issues.

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The Israeli military has launched the Magen Oz corridor in southern Gaza, a strategic 15-kilometer route designed to isolate Hamas and disrupt Khan Younis. As tensions rise, Israel is also engaging in negotiations for a ceasefire and the release of hostages, demonstrating a willingness to compromise on territorial issues.