Overview
- The Times of Israel, citing unnamed sources, says the IDF has prepared plans for renewed operations in March aimed at pushing the ceasefire “yellow line” west toward the coast and expanding areas under Israeli control.
- The reported plan targets Gaza City as the axis of advance to shift the demarcation line established after the October 2025 ceasefire.
- The Wall Street Journal reports Israeli officials say there are no plans for an immediate deployment and that time will be given for the U.S. plan’s next phase before deciding on action.
- Netanyahu is described by these reports as skeptical that Hamas will disarm and as having instructed the military to develop contingency options, with any final decision framed as a political one.
- Officials cited by the WSJ claim Hamas is rebuilding some capabilities and funding regular fighter pay, while Hamas and local authorities separately allege numerous ceasefire violations with hundreds of casualties since October 2025.