NETZARIM CORRIDOR OVERVIEW

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The Netzarim Corridor was a military-controlled zone in northern Gaza from 2023 to 2025 during the Gaza War. It ran from the Gaza-Israel border to the Mediterranean Sea, south of Gaza City, and was named after a former Israeli settlement.

Ceasefire and Withdrawal

• Ceasefire initiated on January 19, 2025, allowing Palestinians to return home.
• Israeli forces began withdrawing from the corridor on February 9, 2025, as part of the ceasefire agreement.

Strategic Importance

• The corridor secured aid routes and helped Israel maintain control in northern Gaza.
• Its withdrawal is part of broader ceasefire negotiations.

Challenges Ahead

• Issues remain, such as the complete withdrawal of Israeli troops and the release of hostages.
• Mistrust complicates negotiations, with regional powers holding differing views on the future of Gaza.