Since the beginning of the conflict with Israel, Hamas has recruited an additional 10,000 to 15,000 fighters, according to information from U.S. congressional members briefed on American intelligence reports. These newly recruited forces, supported by Iran, continue to pose a significant and lasting threat to Israel, according to the sources.

The ongoing battle between Hamas and Israel has seen considerable casualties on both sides. U.S. intelligence estimates suggest that the number of Hamas fighters killed in the conflict is roughly the same as the number of new recruits joining the organization. The Gaza Strip, which has been devastated by the fighting, remains a flashpoint of intense tension in the Middle East, with over 47,000 Palestinians reported dead during the course of the conflict.

The new recruits, although successfully gathered by Hamas, are primarily young and inexperienced, many of whom are used for basic guarding duties rather than more complex military operations. Despite the losses, Hamas appears to be able to replenish its ranks quickly, continuing to sustain the fight against Israel.

U.S. officials have acknowledged that while Hamas has lost many fighters, it has been effective in replacing them, creating what is seen as a situation of "permanent insurgency and perpetual warfare." Former U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned of the long-term implications of this continuous cycle, highlighting that Hamas’s ability to regroup after Israeli military operations means that the conflict shows no signs of resolution.

Israel’s own estimates suggest that around 20,000 Hamas fighters have been killed in the fighting, though these figures remain contested. Despite Israel's sustained military efforts to neutralize Hamas, including airstrikes and ground operations in Gaza, the group has continued to reorganize and re-emerge, demonstrating that its roots in Gaza run deep.

Hamas, which is classified as a terrorist organization by both the United States and Israel, has consistently shown its resilience, replenishing its forces despite the considerable casualties. According to a Hamas spokesperson, the group has recruited thousands