Gaza, May 30 (V7N) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the annexation of additional areas in Gaza, triggering renewed panic among displaced Palestinians and intensifying concerns about the future of the territory.
According to local residents and Palestinian sources, the new directive comes amid reports that Israel is considering plans that could place up to 70 percent of Gaza under long-term Israeli control. Many Palestinians fear that such a move would further diminish their remaining living space and prospects for recovery after months of conflict and displacement.
Israeli authorities currently control large portions of Gaza, which Netanyahu has described as a "buffer zone" necessary for Israel's security. Israeli officials argue that maintaining these areas is essential to prevent future attacks and ensure border security.
However, for many displaced Palestinians, the expansion of these controlled zones represents the loss of additional homes, farmland and communities. Thousands of families already living in temporary shelters and tents fear they may never be able to return to their original residences.
The announcement has also fueled growing anger and frustration among Palestinians, who view the proposed expansion as a threat to their aspirations for statehood and territorial integrity.
Residents and analysts warn that the continued reduction of Palestinian-controlled territory could further complicate efforts to reach a lasting political solution to the conflict. Many Gazans believe the latest proposal reflects a broader strategy that could permanently alter the geography and demographic structure of the territory.
The development comes amid ongoing international concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza, where large numbers of civilians remain displaced and dependent on humanitarian assistance.
No immediate international consensus has emerged regarding the reported annexation plans, while diplomatic efforts to address the conflict continue.
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