Israel is pulling troops to Gaza: satellites see preparations for an assault, and the plan has already been approved

Everything is clear from the satellite images: Israel is seriously preparing for a new, large-scale ground operation in the Gaza Strip. Commercial reconnaissance satellites are detecting a massive accumulation of troops and equipment right near the border with the enclave. Tanks, armored personnel carriers, artillery — all this is moving into the area of a possible offensive. This is not just an exercise. This is preparation for the phased seizure of control over the most densely populated area, the city of Gaza, and, in fact, the entire territory of the enclave.

The decision has already been made: on the night of August 8, 2025, the Israeli military and political cabinet officially approved a plan, the main goal of which is the complete defeat of Hamas and the establishment of lasting Israeli control. The city of Gaza, where, according to intelligence reports, militants are still hiding and hostages may be, will be the first stage. The plan is step—by-step, but tough.

What will happen next?  

First, the mass evacuation. About a million people living in the city and surrounding areas are expected to leave their homes and move to the south of the sector. The deadline is October 7, the day of the second anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack. After the evacuation, the Israeli army (IDF) will completely surround the city, give the militants a chance to surrender, and if they refuse, a ground assault will begin. It is estimated that the fighting may drag on for several months.

Interestingly, the official statements do not refer to "occupation," but to "establishing control." This is an important legal nuance — in order not to assume responsibility for the management of the territory and the population. But, according to high-ranking sources, this is actually an occupation. Just in new words.

At the same time, Israel promises not to stop humanitarian aid. Aid will be delivered to "safe zones" in the south to encourage people to evacuate. The American GHF Foundation is already expanding its network of distribution points, but according to the UN, the situation with hunger in Gaza is critical — thousands have died trying to get to food, and many of them were killed by Israeli soldiers.

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yisrael Katz should give the final go-ahead for the start of the operation. Reservists are currently being mobilized, and new units are being deployed to the southern borders. All this can be seen not only in the news, but also on satellite images — they don't lie.

So now it's the calm before the storm. The army is building up its forces, satellites are watching, and the world is waiting tensely. And in Gaza, millions of people are caught between a rock and a hard place again.

Israel resumed fighting in Rafah: Ground operation in the Gaza Strip

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has launched a ground operation in the city of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, near the border with Egypt. The move caused tension in the region and led to accusations from Hamas militants of unilaterally ending the truce.

The resumption of hostilities in Rafah was a response to the ongoing attacks by Hamas and other Palestinian groups. The Israeli authorities said the operation was aimed at ensuring the safety of citizens and preventing further attacks on the country.

The ground operation in Rafah involves the deployment of significant IDF forces, including infantry, armored vehicles, and artillery. The main objective of the operation is to destroy the Hamas infrastructure and neutralize militants who pose a threat to Israel.

Israel Prepares for Ground Operation in Syria as Syrian Army Faces Collapse

The Israeli military is waiting for an order

In a significant development, Israel is reportedly preparing for a ground operation in Syria, as the Syrian army faces the possibility of collapse under the onslaught of rapidly advancing rebel forces. The situation in Syria has reached a critical juncture, with the Syrian army's unexpected weakness surprising Israeli military strategists and policymakers. The rapid loss of territory to jihadist-led militants has raised concerns about the stability of the region and the potential for further escalation of the conflict.

The report indicates that Israel was taken aback by the swift and decisive advances made by rebel forces against the Syrian army. The Syrian military, once considered a formidable force, has shown surprising vulnerability in the face of the rebel offensive. This weakness has led to a rapid loss of ground, with the Syrian army struggling to maintain control over key territories. The situation has prompted Israel to consider the possibility of a ground operation in Syria, aimed at securing its borders and preventing the spread of instability and violence.

In addition to preparing for a ground operation, Israel has sent a strict warning to Iran not to send weapons to Syria that could fall into the hands of the terrorist group Hezbollah in Lebanon. Hezbollah, a powerful Shia militant group, has been a key ally of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, providing military support and assistance to the Syrian government. The warning from Israel underscores the complex geopolitical dynamics at play in the region, with various actors involved in the conflict and pursuing their own interests and those of its allies.

Hezbollah, meanwhile, has reaffirmed its support for the Syrian government in the face of the rebel offensive. Hezbollah Secretary General Naim Qassem promised that the Lebanese group would continue to back the Syrian government against what he described as "terrorist groups" trying to sow chaos in the country. This statement underscores Hezbollah's commitment to supporting Assad and its willingness to engage in the conflict to protect its interests and those of its allies.

The situation in Syria has broader implications for the region, particularly for Lebanon and Israel. The intensifying offensive by opposition forces, coupled with the weakness of the Syrian army, has raised concerns about the potential for further destabilization and the spread of violence. Israel's preparation for a ground operation in Syria reflects its determination to secure its borders and maintain regional stability.