Hamas Rebuilding Capabilities During Gaza Ceasefire, Intelligence Report Indicates
Hamas is recovering its military and civilian control in Gaza amid the ongoing ceasefire, according to an intelligence document cited by N12 News. The group is recruiting new members and managing incoming goods while avoiding peace plan commitments. Security officials warn the situation could revert to pre-October 7 levels without full disarmament.
gatestoneinstitute.orgHamas is significantly recovering its capabilities under the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, N12 News reported on April 24, 2026, citing an intelligence document. The group is strengthening its military and civilian hold over the area while international attention focuses elsewhere, according to the report.
Hamas is accelerating the recruitment of new members and taking control of goods entering the Gaza Strip, N12 News stated. Developments involving Israel's operations against Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon have provided Hamas time to rebuild and avoid fulfilling commitments under the peace plan outlined by U.S. President Donald Trump in October, the outlet reported.
Security officials have warned that without fully disarming and demilitarizing Hamas, the situation in the Gaza Strip will return to conditions before the October 7, 2023, attack, according to the report. The intelligence document notes that Hamas has not yet achieved a major breakthrough and is recovering slowly, N12 News added.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- April 24, 2026
N12 News reported on an intelligence document detailing Hamas's recovery during the Gaza ceasefire.
1 source@Jerusalem_Post - October 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump laid out a peace plan that Hamas has avoided fulfilling commitments to.
1 source@Jerusalem_Post - October 7, 2023
The October 7 massacre occurred, marking the pre-ceasefire situation security officials warn could return.
1 source@Jerusalem_Post
Potential Impact
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Increased tensions could lead to renewed conflict in Gaza if disarmament efforts fail.
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Hamas's strengthened control may affect distribution of aid and goods in the Gaza Strip.
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International focus on other regional issues might delay responses to Hamas's rebuilding.
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Security officials' warnings could prompt adjustments to the ongoing ceasefire terms.
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