Netanyahu Continues Offensive and Announces Occupation of Southern Gaza Corridor
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced on April 2, 2025, the occupation of the Morag corridor in southern Gaza to further divide the enclave and heighten pressure on Hamas for the release of hostages.
Published on April 3, 2025
On April 2, 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Israeli Army has taken control of the Morag corridor in southern Gaza. This new military corridor, running east to west, is part of a broader strategy to further divide the Gaza Strip—similar to the earlier establishment of the Netzarim corridor in central Gaza—and to increase pressure on Hamas until the hostages are released.
The move marks an escalation in Israel's military operations in the region. With control now extended over the Morag corridor, in addition to the Netzarim and Philadelphi corridors, Israel has enhanced its ability to isolate northern Gaza and Gaza City, as well as secure the southern border. This offensive strategy, announced on April 2, 2025, underscores the effort to fragment the Palestinian enclave further while aiming to secure the release of Israeli hostages.