Why in News? 

Israel has completed the takeover of a new security corridor in the Gaza Strip, known as the Morag Axis. 

About the Morag Axis 

• Location: The Morag axis comprises agricultural land between Khan Younis and Rafah, stretching east to west across the Gaza Strip. 
• Strategic Importance: The area serves as a new security corridor for Israel amid ongoing regional tensions. 
• Historical Reference: The name "Morag" is derived from a former illegal Israeli settlement established in the region between 1972 and 2005.