Israel begins withdrawal from Netzarim Corridor in Gaza as part of cease-fire deal

The Israeli army began withdrawing from the Netzarim Corridor in the Gaza Strip as part of a cease-fire deal with the Palestinian group Hamas, Israel's public broadcaster reported Sunday.

The withdrawal is expected to be completed today, according to KAN.

A view of the Netzarim Corridor after the Israeli army began withdrawing from the Netzarim Corridor in the Gaza Strip as part of a cease-fire deal, in Gaza on Feb. 9, 2025. (AA Photo)

The Netzarim Corridor was set up by the Israeli army to separate the Gaza Strip into northern and southern areas and prevent displaced Palestinians from returning home.

This comes after Israel and Hamas completed their fifth exchange on Saturday, with three Israeli captives released in return for 183 Palestinian prisoners.

February 09, 2025 11:28 AM GMT+03:00