The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have developed plans to launch a new round of intensive military operations in Gaza in March 2026, The Times of Israel reported on Saturday, citing an Israeli official and an Arab diplomat.
According to the report, the offensive will primarily target Gaza City, aiming at pushing the current ceasefire line, known as the "yellow line," westward towards the coastal area, thereby further expanding the IDF's control over Gaza.
The Arab diplomat said that the operation will not be able to proceed without U.S. support. Sources revealed that although Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed to cooperate in advancing ceasefire efforts during his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in December 2025, he did not believe that Hamas would be disarmed through diplomatic means. Therefore, he has instructed the IDF to prepare a "contingency plan" following the failure of diplomatic efforts.
Israel plans to launch new round of strikes on Gaza Strip: media
The Bayannur section of the Yellow River in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region became fully frozen as of 07:00 Sunday, officially entering its stable winter ice period.
Freezing of the river commenced on December 4, 2025, but repeated thawing and refreezing driven by temperature fluctuations and higher water flow postponed a full, stable freeze-over. The entire process lasted 48 days, 29 days longer than the previous year, making it the longest freezing period for this section in recent years.
In response to the extended and volatile freezing process, local authorities in Bayannur City and districts along the river have intensified their ice-jam prevention efforts. Officials have been conducting thorough inspections to identify and manage any potential obstacles within the river channel that could contribute to dangerous ice dams.
To ensure safety and stability during the frozen season, a 24-hour monitoring and patrol system has been implemented along the riverbanks to watch for any signs of ice-related hazards.
Inner Mongolia section of Yellow River enters stable ice period after 48 days
