Israeli forces have completed the encirclement of Rafah, marking a major operational move in the Gaza enclave. According to military reports, this development is part of an announced plan to secure additional areas in the territory.
Since operations resumed on March 18, repeated evacuation warnings have forced hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in Rafah to leave their homes. The situation has pushed residents into a shrinking safe zone bordered by the sea, intensifying regional concerns.
The Rafah area, spanning roughly 60 square kilometers and bordering Egypt to the south, is also witnessing further changes. On April 2, troops began seizing a sector known as the Morag Axis—a reference to a former settlement located between Rafah and Khan Younis in southern Gaza.
This rapidly evolving scenario highlights the dramatic impact of expanded military operations on local populations and regional stability. Global observers are paying close attention as the situation continues to develop, stirring discussions on the implications for the broader region.
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Israeli forces have completed encirclement of Gaza's Rafah: military
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