Israeli forces have resumed focused ground operations in central Gaza over the past 24 hours while maintaining control over roughly 63% of the territory through expanded outposts and barriers beyond the agreed yellow line. Ongoing targeted strikes aim to prevent Hamas rearmament and infrastructure rebuilding following the October 2025 ceasefire, which has seen continued low-level violations and roughly 1,400 reported Palestinian deaths since its start. Israel's October 27 elections add political pressure, with Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition facing incentives to demonstrate strength on Hamas disarmament. The U.S.-backed Board of Peace plan for phased withdrawal and reconstruction remains stalled over disarmament disputes, limiting near-term de-escalation prospects while scheduled diplomatic and electoral timelines could shift operational decisions.