Report: IDF intel warns Hamas rebuilding in Gaza amid Iran, Lebanon wars

An internal IDF intelligence document circulated to political leadership in recent days warns that Hamas is steadily rebuilding its capabilities in Gaza, according to a Channel 12 report.

The document reportedly states that Hamas is “buying time” while working to restore and strengthen its military wing, accelerating the recruitment of operatives, seizing control of goods, and reasserting civil and governmental authority in areas under its control.

While the assessment notes that Hamas has not yet achieved the significant leap in capabilities it seeks, it is gradually rehabilitating its strength, the report says.

Security officials cited in the report argue that developments on other fronts – particularly the conflict with Iran and fighting with Hezbollah in Lebanon – are effectively benefiting Hamas, as both US and Israeli attention is diverted elsewhere.

As a result, Hamas is exploiting the situation, failing to meet commitments outlined in US President Donald Trump’s peace plan, the report adds.

Senior defense officials familiar with the document warn that without a process of disarmament and dismantling Hamas’s military capabilities, “we will return to square one.”