Netanyahu says he directed IDF to take over 70% of Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he directed the country’s military to take control over 70% of Gaza, much more than the 53% it controlled under the October 2025 ceasefire agreement.
TL;DR
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu directed the military to take control of 70% of Gaza.
- This is an increase from the 53% controlled under the October 2025 ceasefire agreement.
- Hamas has protested the move, calling it a violation of the ceasefire agreement and an attempt to impose new facts on the ground.
- The Israeli military had previously shown maps indicating control over about 64% of Gaza.
- Netanyahu indicated progression towards total control, starting with the goal of 70%.