Israeli Intelligence Document: Hamas Rebuilds Military Capabilities in Gaza Amid Shifts in Regional Focus

An exclusive report by Channel 13 Israel on Monday, May 11, 2026, revealed a high-level intelligence document recently presented to Israel’s political leadership. The document warns that Hamas is actively rehabilitating its military infrastructure within the Gaza Strip. While Israel’s primary security focus has shifted toward threats from Iran and Lebanon, Hamas is reportedly seizing this opportunity to re-arm, train, and prepare for future escalations.

Mass Production and Intelligence Gathering The classified document highlights a significant surge in Hamas's domestic arms production. The group is currently manufacturing hundreds of improvised explosive devices (IEDs), mortar shells, and anti-tank missiles on a monthly basis. Furthermore, despite the ongoing Israeli military presence, Hamas units are conducting field exercises and systematically gathering tactical intelligence on IDF movements within the Strip. This continuous monitoring of Israeli forces is aimed at identifying vulnerabilities in their operational deployment.

A Tactical Leap Forward Israeli defense officials view these developments as a potential "quantum leap" in Hamas's combat readiness. The document specifically mentions improved "angles of entry" and a more sophisticated use of force designed to counter future IDF maneuvers. The report underscores a strategic resilience within the movement, suggesting that Hamas is successfully adapting its military tactics to ensure a more lethal response to any upcoming military operations, challenging the assumption that its capabilities had been permanently neutralized.