American security contractors have been tasked with overseeing the return of displaced Palestinians to northern Gaza as part of the cease-fire agreement with Hamas. This action comes after significant numbers of Palestinians were forced to flee south at the outbreak of conflict, creating a humanitarian crisis in the region.
The cease-fire, now in its fifth day, was designed to allow some return of Gazans to their homes with specific security measures in place. U.S. officials revealed that contractors would monitor the Netzarim corridor— a critical area dividing Gaza— to prevent the transport of any armed fighters or weapons back to the north.
The Israeli military had previously implemented an evacuation directive, leading to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of residents. Under the newly agreed conditions, which aim to balance Israel's security concerns with the return of citizens, those moving back by foot won’t face inspections, while vehicles carrying Palestinians will undergo scrutiny starting this Saturday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made it clear that the return of armed factions to the northern part of Gaza will not be permitted as part of the deal's stipulations.
The cease-fire, now in its fifth day, was designed to allow some return of Gazans to their homes with specific security measures in place. U.S. officials revealed that contractors would monitor the Netzarim corridor— a critical area dividing Gaza— to prevent the transport of any armed fighters or weapons back to the north.
The Israeli military had previously implemented an evacuation directive, leading to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of residents. Under the newly agreed conditions, which aim to balance Israel's security concerns with the return of citizens, those moving back by foot won’t face inspections, while vehicles carrying Palestinians will undergo scrutiny starting this Saturday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made it clear that the return of armed factions to the northern part of Gaza will not be permitted as part of the deal's stipulations.
