Published: Oct 10, 2025, 20:51 IST | Updated: Oct 10, 2025, 20:51 IST
Israel has completed the first phase of its troop pullback from the Gaza Strip, marking a shift in military posture while still retaining control over 53% of the territory. The partial withdrawal follows Israel's declaration of Hamas’s defeat but signals continued security concerns. Officials state that further withdrawals will depend on on-ground assessments and the stability of remaining areas, keeping Gaza’s future in a tense balance.