Philadelphi Corridor

The Philadelphi Corridor is a narrow strip of land that serves as a key border area between the Gaza Strip and Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. This area has gained significant attention due to recent ceasefire agreements between Israel and Hamas, which stipulate Israel's withdrawal from the corridor.
 

Key Features of the Philadelphi Corridor
 

1. Geographic Location and Dimensions:
   1. The Philadelphi Corridor spans approximately 14 kilometers in length and is 100 meters wide.
   2. It runs from the Mediterranean Sea in the west to the Kerem Shalom crossing in the east, which connects Gaza to Israel.
       
2. Historical Context:
   1. The corridor was originally established as part of the 1979 Israel-Egypt Peace Treaty.
   2. After Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza in 2005, the area was designated as a demilitarized zone, meaning it was meant to remain free from military presence, including Israeli settlements and troops.
      
      
3. Strategic Importance:
   1. The corridor serves as a critical border zone, lying between the southern part of the Gaza Strip and Egypt's Sinai Peninsula.
   2. It plays a significant role in the movement of goods and people between Gaza and Egypt, especially given the political and military restrictions in Gaza.