Israeli forces withdraw from Gaza's Netzarim Corridor as ceasefire talks progress

Israeli forces have withdrawn from the Netzarim Corridor in Gaza, a key area they occupied since the start of the Hamas-Israel war. This move aligns with a ceasefire agreement as negotiations for the next stage of the truce begin. An Israeli delegation is in Qatar for talks, focusing on technical issues rather than broader topics like post-war Gaza administration. The ceasefire, mediated by the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt, has been largely maintained since it started on January 19. Thousands of Palestinians have returned to northern Gaza through the corridor, which had previously isolated communities. The area has suffered extensive damage, with many residents finding their homes destroyed.