Yellow Line

Two-week ceasefire intended to allow Hamas disarmament, launch peace deal, sources tell 'Post'

There is currently a two-week ceasefire to finalize the details of the process. However, if Hamas does not begin the process, this will be considered a violation of and an end to the ceasefire. 

Israeli forces from the Kfir Brigade operate along the Yellow Line near Khan Yunis, in southern Gaza, December 2025
Gunmen stand guard at the funeral of Marwan Issa, a senior Hamas deputy military commander who was killed in an Israeli airstrike during the conflict between Israel and Hamas, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in the central Gaza Strip, February 7, 2025.

IDF has killed at least around 420 Gazan terrorists since Oct. 2025 ceasefire, 'Post' learns

IDF Central Command Chief Maj.-Gen. Avi Bluth addresses a change-of-command ceremony for the military's 99th Division, July 15, 2026.

Hamas unable to conduct terror infiltration, repeat of October 7, IDF commander tells soldiers

Hamas members look on as they escort members of the Red Cross towards an area within the yellow line, in Gaza City, November 12, 2025.

Hamas maintains full control over Gaza after deterring Palestinian protests - analysis


IDF braces for Gaza riots along Yellow Line on Friday, Fatah uses social media to spread the word

Southern Command is preparing for violent demonstrations along Gaza’s yellow line Friday as Fatah campaigns against Hamas, conditions in the Gaza Strip, and postponed negotiations.

 Palestinian gunmen from the Balata Brigade of the Fatah movement carry their weapons during a military parade, in Balata refugee camp, in the West Bank, on November 4, 2022.

IDF expands control to approx. 70% of Gaza Strip as Southern Command prepares for next steps

Military officials say operational control could expand further while forces strengthen defenses and prepare for possible renewed fighting.

IDF soldiers operate in the Khan Yunis area of the Gaza Strip, February 1, 2026.

Hezbollah launches night operations to locate IDF senior command in southern Lebanon

An analysis conducted by the 146th Division found that Hezbollah is collecting intelligence on the location of IDF senior command in southern Lebanon through observation and radio activity.

IDF soldiers operate against Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon, June 21, 2026.

Netanyahu: IDF has 'full freedom of action' in Lebanon, will remain there 'as long as necessary'

Earlier on Monday, CNN reported that Israel is contemplating announcing a "symbolic" withdrawal from certain territories in southern Lebanon as part of the upcoming round of talks.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds a press conferene at the Prime Minister's office in Jerursalem, June 15, 2026.

Gaza cannot wait: Time for a Palestinian Green Zone to end Hamas rule, IDF presence - opinion

If Gaza is once again allowed to be under the bombardment of Israel and the terror of Hamas, then the ceasefire will officially come to an end and Hamas will control the territory.

A map depicting US President Donald Trump's initial Gaza withdrawal lines, October 4, 2025.

IDF will continue its mission to disarm Hamas, military chief Zamir tells soldiers in Gaza Strip

At the start of a government meeting on Sunday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also discussed the Gaza Strip, announcing that Israel currently holds 60% of its territory, and "will soon reach 70%.

 Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, conducted a tour of the field in the Gaza Strip

WATCH: IDF destroys 11km. of Hamas terror tunnels under Gaza's Beit Hanun

During these operations, troops also dismantled above-ground terror infrastructure and eliminated several Hamas operatives.

IDF soldiers work to clear the Beit Hanoun area. Images released on May 26, 2026.

IDF to invade deeper into Lebanon, begin operating beyond Yellow Line to deter Hezbollah drones

All of this occurs as the world expects the Trump administration to soon reach a ceasefire with Iran, which will likely impose a fuller ceasefire on the IDF versus Hezbollah.

IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon, published April 29, 2026.

WATCH: IDF kills terrorists across Gaza Strip in two separate incidents

The announcement comes after the military announced on Friday three additional incidents involving IDF soldiers engaging Gaza terrorists.

The Israeli army near the border fence with Gaza, southern Israel. February 09, 2026.

Israel faces Hezbollah’s attrition trap on the Lebanese border - opinion

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem said the organization was returning to guerrilla warfare against the IDF.

 IDF troops operating in the Litani River area in Lebanon for first time in over two decades. November 26, 2024.