IDF Spokesperson:Over the past 24 hours, IDF forces have begun a focused ground operation in the center of the Gaza Strip and in the south with the aim of expanding the security zone and creating a partial buffer between the north and south of the Strip. As part of the operation, the forces took control and re-extended their control to the center of the Netzarim axis. Golani Brigade forces will be stationed in the southern sector and will be ready to operate in the Gaza Strip.