Initiated on October 23, the extensive cordon seals the city through closures situated up to nearly five miles from the urban center, including routes near Halhul and Dura. Troops enforcing the zone west of the city carried out midnight evictions, leveled residential property, and converted civilian homes into military quarters. Israeli authorities announced the campaign to capture suspects and confiscate arms, even as military reports cited minimal weapons recovered and emerging legal concerns over the long-term displacement.
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Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that evacuated civilians will be barred from returnin…: Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that evacuated civilians will be barred from returning until Hamas infrastructure is completely dismantled.
Israeli news outlet Ynet indicated that the army admitted to limited weapons seizures alo…: Israeli news outlet Ynet indicated that the army admitted to limited weapons seizures alongside legal complications regarding the extended evacuations.
Displaced families have entirely avoided formal shelter facilities, relying instead on ho…: Displaced families have entirely avoided formal shelter facilities, relying instead on host families and relatives for emergency housing.
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