Gaza remains under the spotlight as Israel has reportedly withdrawn all its ground troops from the southern Gaza Strip, leaving only one brigade behind in the enclave. This withdrawal comes after four months of combat in Khan Yunis and six months since the beginning of the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
The remaining Israeli brigade is responsible for securing a corridor between southern Israel and the Gaza coast, blocking passage to the north of the Strip, and facilitating operations in the center and north of the territory. This move marks a significant shift in military presence in the region.
The conflict has left a heavy toll on civilians with over 33,100 people killed six months into it, including 9,560 women and 14,500 children according to the Ministry of Health in Gaza. Israel claims that around 13,000 of those killed were militants while Hamas disputes this figure.
The British government has stepped forward to address the humanitarian crisis by announcing a military and civil support package to establish a maritime aid corridor for Gaza. The initiative includes deploying a ship from Royal Navy to support establishing an international humanitarian corridor from Cyprus to Gaza collaborating with other governments and UN agencies.
Efforts continue as international partners join forces to provide aid and support to people living in Gaza amidst ongoing conflict. Despite withdrawing its troops from some areas of southern Gaza Strip, Israel remains committed to securing its borders while ensuring that humanitarian assistance reaches those who need it most.
