In what may be called the beginning of a lasting peace in the Gaza Strip, Israel has begun withdrawing its troops from certain parts of the area. Local reports suggest the troops have pulled back from the north-western outskirts of Gaza City and retreated eastwards. Israeli media too have reported that the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) has begun to pull back in parts of the territory. Quoting a senior official within Gaza's civil defence agency, news agency AFP has reported that military vehicles have also pulled back from parts of Khan Younis.

IDF to return to predetermined area

Earlier, a spokesperson for the Israeli prime minister's office announced that the troops would withdraw to a point where it has 53% control of the Gaza Strip. US President Donald Trump has also said that the tro

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