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Amid Operation Gideon\u2019s Chariots and the ongoing military campaign in the Gaza Strip, a new initiative is taking shape\u2014one that could alter the future of the region: the establishment of \u201cLittle Gaza\u201d along the former coastline of the Israeli Gush Katif vacated of its Jewish residents in 2005, serving as a temporary solution for the Palestinian population evacuated from active combat zones.<\/p>\n

This designated area would concentrate displaced Gazans, with Israel maintaining control over border crossings and the distribution of humanitarian aid.<\/p>\n

The Strategy of Voluntary Emigration
\n<\/strong>Israeli analyst and pollster Shlomo Filber views the plan as a critical stage in advancing a strategy of voluntary emigration. According to him, Israel should prepare registration centers for those Gazans wishing to leave the Strip, while ensuring organized and secure passage to destinations such as Libya and other countries.
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Shlomo Filber | Photo: Yonatan Sindel\/Flash90<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Filber argues that although complex, this step is necessary to prevent Hamas from continuing to dominate the civilian population and to reduce resistance on the ground.<\/p>\n

Netanyahu\u2019s Test: Delivering Humanitarian Aid Without Empowering Hamas
\n<\/strong>According to Filber, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was forced to make a tactical concession under international pressure by allowing humanitarian aid into the areas designated as Little Gaza. The aid is being distributed by American private security companies, with close Israeli oversight to prevent resources from falling into the hands of Hamas.<\/p>\n

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Our forces in Gaza | Photo: IDF Spokesperson\u2019s Unit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Filber warns that Netanyahu\u2019s true test is in maintaining complete control over the aid distribution process, to ensure that it is not exploited by terrorist actors. This move follows mounting pressure from Western nations, which see delays in aid deliveries as morally indefensible.<\/p>\n

A Battle for Legitimacy
\n<\/strong>Despite Netanyahu\u2019s tactical concession, Filber emphasizes that the overarching strategic goal remains unchanged: to establish Israeli control over the Gaza Strip, relocate its population to Little Gaza, and enable those who wish to emigrate to do so in an orderly and regulated manner.<\/p>\n

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Netanyahu during a visit to Gaza | Photo: Haim Zach, GPO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Filber cautions that failure to implement this plan would harm Israel\u2019s international standing and lead to continued global criticism of its actions in Gaza.<\/p>\n

International Pressure and Domestic Pushback
\n<\/strong>At the same time, Netanyahu is also facing criticism at home. Filber notes that while Netanyahu\u2019s base generally supports the war effort and continued military operations, some within his camp express reservations about the entry of humanitarian aid. Still, Filber asserts that Netanyahu\u2019s supporters are unlikely to abandon him over the decision, despite internal criticism.<\/p>\n

On the ground, preparations for the construction of Little Gaza are progressing rapidly. The planned area will include temporary infrastructure, tents, and aid centers. Security officials stress that the zone will be defined as safe and protected, with food, water, and medicine distributed under Israeli supervision.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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