Hamas accuses Israel of using military claims to justify violations in Gaza.

Shotlist FILE: Jerusalem - April 7-8, 2019 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland) 1. Various of building of Israeli Parliament Knesset; national flag of Israel FILE: Tel Aviv, Israel - April 7-8, 2019 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland) 2. Various of buildings; traffic Gaza City, Gaza Strip - June 29, 2026 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland) 3. Various of destroyed buildings, debris, displaced people FILE: Gaza Strip - May 2026 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland) 4. Various of workers clearing rubble FILE: Gaza Strip - March 2026 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland) 5. Refugee camp 6. Children fetching water FILE: Gaza City, Gaza Strip - Jan 4, 2026 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland) 7. Various of children in refugee camp Gaza City, Gaza Strip - June 29, 2026 (CGTN - No access Chinese mainland) 8. Various of tents Storyline Hamas on Sunday rejected Israeli allegations that it is rebuilding its military capabilities in Gaza, accusing Israel of using such claims to justify what it described as continued military actions and violations of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip. In a statement, Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem said that Hamas and other Palestinian factions in Gaza remain committed to the ceasefire agreement, calling on mediators and guarantor states to ensure Israel complies with its obligations under the deal. His remarks came after Israel's state-owned Kan TV News reported that Israeli military officials assessed that Hamas is preparing for a possible new round of fighting by recruiting new fighters, rebuilding underground infrastructure, including tunnels and military facilities, and producing hundreds of explosive devices and rockets each month. The report added that some Israeli military officials advocate resuming operations in Gaza, viewing Hamas's rebuilding efforts as an increasing security challenge. A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect on Oct 10, 2025. Its first phase included an exchange of prisoners and detainees between the two sides, the entry of humanitarian aid into the enclave, and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from some areas of Gaza. The United States announced in mid-January the start of the second phase, which focuses on Gaza's demilitarization, reconstruction, transitional governance, and full Israeli withdrawal.