Breaking: IDF identifies new targets in Gaza as Hamas rearms during ceasefire

While the truce has provided a brief respite, military sources indicate that Hamas is far from defeated. Instead, the group has been using this time to regroup, rebuild its forces, and strengthen its capabilities. According to reports, thousands of Hamas operatives have moved from southern Gaza to the northern region, where they are reestablishing their battalions and preparing for future confrontations.

Military correspondent Yoav Zitun emphasizes that Hamas is taking full advantage of the ceasefire, rebuilding its infrastructure, and refortifying its military positions. During the break in fighting, Hamas has scavenged unexploded IDF ordnance, using the materials to set up new minefields and explosive traps. The group is also focusing on restoring its intelligence-gathering abilities, utilizing drones and surveillance cameras to monitor Israeli movements. Additionally, many of the rocket launchers that were not destroyed during the previous rounds of fighting are being re-aimed and readied for further use against Israel.

One of the most concerning aspects of Hamas's regrouping is its preparation of tunnels. Many of these tunnels, which were not uncovered by the IDF, are being readied for possible future attacks. These tunnels have been a key component of Hamas's strategy in previous conflicts, enabling them to move troops and weapons undetected. Despite the significant damage Hamas has sustained, these preparations suggest the group is far from neutralized.

On the Israeli side, the IDF is taking proactive steps to prepare for a potential resumption of hostilities. The military has identified new targets in Gaza and is reinforcing its readiness, particularly within the Air Force. Ground forces are also being bolstered, with reserve brigades on standby to deploy as needed. The IDF has made it clear that, while Hamas has suffered considerable losses, there is still much work to be done to eliminate the group’s ability to wage war.

Hamas’s actions during the ceasefire indicate a clear intent to continue its campaign against Israel. The group has not been defeated, and its leadership remains focused on sustaining its operational capacity. As a result, both sides are bracing for what could be another violent escalation in the already fraught region. The IDF's ongoing preparations reflect the seriousness of the threat, with the military ready to act should the situation deteriorate once more.