Israel's military presence threatens Gaza ceasefire agreement

Israel has decided to maintain its military presence in the Philadelphi corridor, a narrow strip along the Gaza-Egypt border, despite a ceasefire agreement with Hamas that called for withdrawal. This move could be viewed by Hamas as a violation of the truce. The ceasefire, established last month, included a phased release of hostages and a complete Israeli pullout within eight days. Hamas has warned that any attempt to keep the corridor as a buffer zone would breach the agreement. Negotiations for the next phase of the ceasefire, which involves further hostage exchanges and a lasting truce, have not yet begun. Tensions remain high, with potential implications for Israel's relations with Egypt, a key mediator in the conflict.