Israel Expands Gaza Control to 70% as Hamas Formally Dissolves Civil Administration
Reporting on July 10, 2026, confirmed the Israeli military has expanded its 'orange zone' of control to approximately 70% of the Gaza Strip, significantly restricting humanitarian access to remaining Palestinian enclaves. This follows the July 6 announcement by Hamas that it would dissolve its government to transfer administrative duties to a UN-backed technocratic committee. Despite a technical ceasefire, sporadic shelling and drone strikes continue, with health officials reporting eight Palestinians killed in the last 24 hours.
Date: July 10, 2026
Location: Gaza Strip
Conflict: Israel-Hamas War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 8
Source: NPR