The road that divides the Strip in two has reached the Mediterranean. This was revealed by CNN, based on analysis of satellite images.

Known as the 'Netzarim Corridor', the road is part of a security plan that will allow Israel to control the territory for months and perhaps years to come. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) explained to CNN that the road serves to "establish (an) operational foothold in the area" and allow "the passage of forces and logistical equipment" The IDF said the road existed before the war and was being "renovated" due to armored vehicles "damaging it"