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IDF chief holds assessment as troops prepare to stay in Netzarim Corridor
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleEmanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi wrapped up an assessment a short while ago with the heads of the military’s regional commands.
The IDF says Halevi spoke on the military’s preparations in the Netzarim Corridor area of central Gaza and stressed the troops’ preparedness there “until further notice.”
Israel has said it will not withdraw from the corridor until the release of civilian hostage Arbel Yehud “is arranged.”
The IDF says it is warning Palestinians “not to approach the area until it opens.”
The assessment also focused on the release of Palestinian prisoners to the West Bank as part of the deal. The IDF says it has bolstered forces in the West Bank in preparation for their release.
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