Israel Agrees to Withdraw from Philadelphi Corridor in Second Phase of Gaza Ceasefire Deal

Sep 3, 2024, 05:31 PM

Despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's public statements, senior Israeli officials have informed mediators that Israel agrees to withdraw from the Philadelphi Corridor in the second phase of a hostage deal. This agreement includes reducing forces in the first phase and a complete withdrawal in the second phase. The White House has confirmed that Israel has approved the framework for this deal, which aims to close gaps between the sides. Netanyahu has expressed concerns that withdrawing IDF presence could lead to increased smuggling of weapons. The withdrawal is part of a Gaza ceasefire agreement.