
Israel expands buffer zones as it braces for a protracted regional war
Israel is expanding buffer zones in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon as it shifts to a long, semi-permanent war against Iranian-backed groups, using preemptive actions and territorial seizures to degrade foes and deter attacks. The plan involves evacuating hundreds of thousands and destroying homes near the border, with some far-right leaders advocating broader annexation. Public skepticism about lasting peace remains high as Gaza remains under significant Israeli influence after the latest ceasefire.



