Israel plans to escalate Gaza war 

The Israeli security cabinet has approved a plan to expand its military offensive against Hamas which includes the “capture” of Gaza and the holding of its territory

Mefalsim Corridor

Al Mawasi zone
Israeli plan would push hundreds of thousands of Palestinians into southern Gaza, worsening already
dire humanitarian crisis

Netzarim Corridor
Gaza City
Erez West 
Erez
Kissufim Corridor (planned)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Beit Hanoun 
Beit Lahia
Jabalia
Gate 96
ISRAEL
GAZA STRIP
EGYPT
Kerem Shalom
Philadelphi Corridor
Khan Younis
Kissufim
Rafah
Salah al-Din Road
Rafah
Morag Corridor (approximate route)

5km 3 miles


“No-go” zones where Israeli forces have redeployed since mid-March 2025 
Areas under active displacement orders since March 18
Israeli military route 
Crossing closed for cargo
Crossing used only for medical evacuation or humanitarian staff


Sources: AFP, BBC, European Council on Foreign Relations, OCHA
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