The Israeli military is reportedly preparing to ramp up its ground operations in Gaza, according to a report from Kan News on Tuesday.
This escalation comes as a result of ongoing frustration over stalled efforts to reach a deal for the release of hostages, prompting both military and government leaders to chart a more aggressive course of action.
Thousands of reservists have already received advance notice of impending activation. Most of those contacted are part of infantry and armored divisions expected to take part in new combat deployments. However, this is not being classified as an emergency mobilization.
In addition, part of the operational expansion reportedly includes an overhaul of how humanitarian aid is distributed within Gaza. Under the updated plan, the IDF will assume control over the aid process.
While actual distribution will still be handled by civilian contractors, the logistics and organization will now take place under military coordination, with the infrastructure managed by the army.
Israeli officials reportedly believe that Hamas may choose to avoid conflict with the civilian population by refraining from interfering with the new aid system, thereby reducing the likelihood of direct clashes over the supplies.
{Matzav.com Israel}