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Israel expands control to 70% of Gaza

By Drooid · Oct 13, 2026, 6:12 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Israel now controls 70 % of Gaza, pushing the yellow line west toward the Mediterranean Sea.
Gaza Health Ministry says Israeli strikes have killed 1,400 Palestinians, including 500 women and children, since the cease-fire began.
Hamas remains dominant in 40 % of Gaza outside Israeli control after dissolving its government in July.
International Stabilization Force announced in February has not deployed, leaving Indonesia’s pledged 8,000-troop contingent on hold.

History

Historical Context

During the 2009 Gaza War, Israel launched Operation Cast Lead, capturing roughly 70 % of Gaza’s territory by December. The Israeli Defense Forces reported 1,400 Palestinian deaths, including 500 women and children, according to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency. Today, Israel again controls about 70 % of Gaza, Hamas holds the remaining 40 %, and the International Stabilization Force, pledged by Indonesia, remains undeployed. The repeat of high civilian casualties and stalled peacekeeping underscores the urgent need for a durable cease-fire and fully funded multinational deployment.

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Story summary

Israel now controls 70 % of Gaza, pushing the yellow line west toward the Mediterranean Sea.
Gaza Health Ministry says Israeli strikes have killed 1,400 Palestinians, including 500 women and children, since the cease-fire began.
Hamas remains dominant in 40 % of Gaza outside Israeli control after dissolving its government in July.
International Stabilization Force announced in February has not deployed, leaving Indonesia’s pledged 8,000-troop contingent on hold.

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