Philadelphi Corridor
The Philadelphi Corridor is an Israeli term – albeit one reportedly chosen by the IDF at random – for a strip of land that separates Gaza from Egypt, and was specifically defined as such in the 2004 draft plan for the Israeli disengagement from the Gaza Strip.
The corridor begins at the Mediterranean coast and snakes along the border until reaching the Kerem Shalom crossing from Israel into southern Gaza.
Hamas cannot be contained, it must be completely dismantled - opinion
In order to secure Israel's future, Israel must work to completely dismantle Hamas and divide Gaza.
Israel is not leaving Philadelphi Corridor, official says
Reporter's Notebook: 'Post' examines ceasefire's effect on Gaza border security landscape
Israel missed two windows to free Gaza hostages, says former negotiator
Trump's return boosts Israel's negotiation tactics, says former Shin Bet official
“I think the prime minister feels much more confident managing risks with a partner like Trump than with the previous one,” analyst Moshe Pozailov said.
Chikli first Likud minister to threaten resignation over hostage deal
The announcement was significant, as Chikli was the first minister from the Likud to threaten to resign following confirmation of the hostage deal.
The hostage deal is about people, not politics - editorial
It is time to feel the spark of hope that must be coursing through the hostage families at being reunited with their loved ones once more.
Gaza hostage deal: How phase one of ceasefire deal will be implemented - explainer
The first phase of the deal will last 42 days and implementation of the agreement will begin two or three days after its signing.
Israel 'caught off guard' by Hamas flexibility in hostage deal talks - report
Hamas source on hostage deal: 'We are close to announcing an agreement' • IDF to remain along Philadelphi Corridor as part of negotiations
Netanyahu instructs Mossad, Shin Bet heads to fly to Qatar for hostage talks
The decision to send the delegation is due to progress and new developments in the negotiation talks in Doha, an Israeli official told the Post.
Hamas claims Netanyahu agreed to end Gaza war in first phase of hostage deal
Arabic media reported that Netanyahu's position shifted due to Trump's threats that a deal should be reached before he takes office, or there will be "hell to pay."
Hamas's approval is last hurdle to hostage deal finalization, sources say - report
One of the main obstacles to reaching a deal is reportedly Hamas's refusal to give the names of the hostages who would be released in the deal.
Katz: Security control over Philadelphi Corridor will remain in IDF hands
Katz stated that there would be "no Hamas governance in Gaza," adding that this will be an entirely different reality.
Israel Katz, Hamas officials say Gaza hostage deal 'closer than ever'
"We are closer than ever to reaching a prisoner exchange deal and a ceasefire, provided that Netanyahu does not obstruct the agreement," the Hamas official said.
Hamas may agree to gradual withdrawal of IDF troops from Gaza, Saudi outlet reports
During the transition period, Hamas would also accept that the Palestinian Authority control the Rafah Crossing.
