Thousands of Israeli soldiers are being shifted out of the Gaza Strip, signaling a possible scaling back of fighting in some areas. The troop movement comes as pressure mounts from the United States to switch to lower-intensity fighting. Fierce fighting continues in other areas of Gaza, including the southern city Khan Younis and central areas of the territory. Israel has pledged to charge ahead until its war aims have been achieved, including dismantling Hamas. "The war is not stopping," said Shlomo Brom. "It is the beginning of a different mode of operation."