IDF Completes Morag Corridor, Isolating Rafah from Khan Younis

Israel has announced the completion of the Morag Corridor, effectively encircling the southern city of Rafah and separating it from Khan Younis as part of a broader military operation in Gaza. This strategic move, executed by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), aims to exert control over approximately 30% of the Gaza Strip and is seen as a response to ongoing hostilities with Hamas. As part of the operation, evacuation warnings were issued to civilians in Rafah, which is now surrounded by Israeli forces. The IDF's actions have drawn criticism from human rights groups, who label the blockade and military operations as potential war crimes. Prime Minister Netanyahu referred to Morag as reminiscent of the Philadelphi Corridor, emphasizing the military's objective to dismantle Hamas infrastructure and secure the area. The situation continues to develop with ongoing airstrikes and military presence in the region.