According to research by Forensic Architecture at Goldsmiths, University of London, Israel appears to be expanding its military presence in Gaza by constructing at least 13 new outposts, consolidating existing infrastructure, and building roads. This suggests a potential long-term presence and the creation of a permanent divide within the territory.

• Since the October ceasefire, Gaza has been divided into two zones by a "yellow line", with the eastern side being a "dangerous combat zone" under Israeli control.
• The report indicates that Israel maintains 48 military outposts east of this line, connected by a network of new or appropriated roads.
• Forensic Architecture found discrepancies, noting that 27 identified yellow blocks encroached up to 940 meters further into Gaza than indicated on Israeli maps.
• The continuous operation has led to "ethnic cleansing of 53 percent of Gaza" and the destruction of over 90 percent of homes.