The Palestinian militant group has recruited 10,000 to 15,000 fighters since the war started.
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Israel-Hamas War: After the ceasefire agreement, the 15-month-long war between Israel and Hamas seems to have come to an end, bringing a semblance of peace to West Asia. Following the agreement, Tel Aviv has begun releasing Hamas and Palestinian prisoners, while the militant group Hamas has reciprocated by freeing Israeli hostages. Amid all this, a shocking revelation from a United States intelligence report has cast doubts over the recent peace agreement.
Massive Recruitment by Hamas Amid War
According to the report, the Palestinian militant group has recruited 10,000 to 15,000 fighters since the war started. These recruits are largely unmarried and untrained. Interestingly, sources indicate that nearly the same number of Hamas fighters were killed during the conflict.
Antony Blinken, US Secretary of State under President Biden, confirmed Hamas’s recruitment efforts. Earlier, he warned about the militant group’s ability to replenish its ranks despite the challenges it faced.
In July 2024, spokesperson for Hamas’s armed wing Abu Ubaida, issued a statement, acknowledging the addition of thousands of new fighters.
Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
The war has destroyed Gaza, with over 46,000 people dead. This destruction has triggered a severe humanitarian crisis in Palestine and the Gaza Strip. Despite ceasefire between Israel and HaNa, tensions remain high in West Asia with Iran-backed militants posing an ongoing threat to Israel.
Hamas’s Post-War Activity
After the ceasefire, the militant group has resumed its operations in Gaza, restoring its security infrastructure. Meanwhile, Israeli forces have claimed that their attacks killed at least 20,000 Hamas fighters in Gaza. However, Hamas has not confirmed these numbers.
It is noteworthy that, the region remains on edge as both Israel and Hamas navigate the fragile peace, with international observers closely monitoring the situation for any signs of escalation.