Title: Israeli Army Announces Preparations for Gaza Withdrawal Following Ceasefire Agreement
Initial Steps for Redeployment
The Israeli military announced on Thursday that it has begun operational preparations for the withdrawal of its forces from the Gaza Strip. This development follows the agreement by both Hamas and Israel to the initial phase of a proposed ceasefire plan.
Operational Readiness
In an official statement, the Israeli army confirmed the move, stating, “In accordance with the directives of the political echelon and in line with the situational assessment, the Israeli army has begun operational preparations for the implementation of this agreement.” The military further noted that it would soon begin transferring troops to pre-defined “arranged deployment lines.”
Continued Vigilance
Concluding its announcement, the Israeli military affirmed that its forces “will continue to be deployed in the area and are preparing for any operational developments,” underscoring a posture of readiness despite the planned redeployment. This information was initially reported by the French Press Agency.