‘Creeping death’: Israel weaponises ‘Yellow Line’ to annex Gaza
Summary
The Israeli military has been moving a "Yellow Line" of concrete blocks in Gaza, expanding a restricted area that limits Palestinian access and forces many to leave their homes. This line now covers nearly 65% of Gaza, causing displacement and increased violence since a ceasefire in October 2025.Key Facts
- The "Yellow Line" started as markers after a ceasefire but now acts as a moving front line controlled by Israel.
- By June 2026, this restricted zone covered 64.9% of Gaza, up from 53% earlier that year.
- Since the ceasefire in October 2025, there have been 3,795 Israeli violations and 1,168 Palestinians killed.
- Many deaths occurred near the advancing "Yellow Line" areas.
- In eastern Deir el-Balah, Israeli forces pushed the line 300-350 meters west, seizing homes and farmland.
- In Gaza City’s Zeitoun area, displaced families live dangerously close to the line amidst daily shelling and gunfire.
- Northern Gaza has seen up to 1.5 km of land cleared, homes destroyed, and military surveillance increased.
- The expanding restricted zone disrupts everyday life and access to basic services for Palestinians.
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