Israeli forces have withdrawn from the strategic Netzarim corridor in Gaza as part of a ceasefire arrangement that has temporarily paused the 16-month war between Israel and Hamas. This withdrawal allows Palestinians to move back into the northern regions heavily impacted by the conflict. While Hamas claims victory and insists on its demands being met, Israeli officials maintain that a full troop withdrawal will only occur once Hamas's capabilities are neutralized. The next steps in negotiations for extending the truce and securing more hostages remain uncertain amidst ongoing political maneuvers.
Hamas spokesperson Abdel Latif al-Qanoua stated that the Israeli withdrawal from the Netzarim corridor demonstrates that they have compelled their enemy to accept their demands.
Israeli officials have affirmed that while troop withdrawal from the corridor has occurred, a complete pullout from Gaza is contingent upon eliminating Hamas's military and political power.
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