Hebrew Channel Claims: Hamas Continues Smuggling Weapons and Is Concerned About Opening Rafah Crossing

SadaNews Translation - The far-right Hebrew Channel 14 claimed on Wednesday evening that the Israeli military has recently observed an increase in Hamas's attempts to re-establish its presence, including successful attempts to smuggle weapons into the Gaza Strip.

According to the Hebrew channel, as translated by SadaNews, the military institution expressed its concern about the anticipated opening of the Rafah crossing, considering it another fertile ground for smuggling.

It noted that the Chief of Staff of the Israeli army, Eyal Zamir, recently approved a plan for the Southern Command to defeat Hamas, which is expected to involve a large-scale attack focusing on areas where Israeli forces have not yet operated, in accordance with political directives.

The military institution outlined three main options for continuing the confrontation in the Gaza Strip: the first is to implement a political agreement to dismantle Hamas, the second is a limited military operation aimed at exerting pressure on Hamas, and the third is a comprehensive military decision and occupation of the Gaza Strip.