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Israeli Defense Forces Accuse Hamas of Ceasefire Violations in Northern Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has provided exclusive evidence claiming Hamas is violating the U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement by using ambulances, hospitals, and schools to regain control of northern Gaza. According to footage shared with Fox News, Hamas operatives are allegedly using ambulances to transport terrorists and weapons from Yemen Al-Saeed Hospital to various checkpoints in the region.
“You see an armed suspect going into the ambulance with a Kalashnikov. The ambulance is connecting the dots for us,” an IDF official stated regarding the video footage. “We passed the information to the American headquarters.”
The allegations come as the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel enters its second phase. The first phase required Hamas to return all hostages held in Gaza, while the second phase involves the critical component of disarming the terrorist organization, which is designated as such by both the United States and European Union.
IDF officials describe “disturbing developments” as Hamas fighters reportedly return to positions along the “yellow line” – the demarcation separating IDF-controlled territory (approximately 53% of Gaza) from areas not under Israeli control.
“Hamas has returned to schools, hospitals and kindergartens and is turning them into military bases. A Hamas commander is in charge of each school in Jabalia in northern Gaza,” claimed the IDF representative. The official added that Hamas militants are increasingly confident, using ambulances for transportation and security checks throughout Jabalia, potentially preparing for future raids on Israeli positions.
Jabalia, a densely populated urban area, has been a strategic focal point throughout the conflict. In May 2024, the IDF recovered the bodies of seven hostages from the area, which the military described as having been transformed from a “civilian area into a fortified combat compound.” According to the IDF, approximately 3,000 Hamas operatives remain active in Jabalia, where about 75,000 civilians have returned. Officials also noted that functioning tunnel networks persist beneath the refugee camp.
The IDF further alleges that Yemen Al-Saeed Hospital is now under the control of a Hamas lieutenant colonel. “We have notified the Americans. The freedom of action of IDF is limited. Hamas is violating the ceasefire,” the official stated. “We have footage of Yemen Al-Saeed Hospital that we used to see before Oct. 7. Hamas places citizens in the hospital. The ambulance with Hamas goes through major crossroads.”
This is not the first time the IDF has accused Hamas of militarizing medical facilities. Previous operations at Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza reportedly resulted in the capture of approximately 100 suspected Hamas terrorists. The IDF also previously showed international reporters a Hamas tunnel adjacent to the Jordanian Field Hospital in Gaza City, though Jordan denied any links between its medical personnel and Hamas.
The current ceasefire, which began in October 2025, faces significant challenges as Hamas officials have publicly rejected disarmament demands. Senior Hamas official Moussa Abu Marzouk told Qatar’s Al-Jazeera last week that surrender of weapons “never happened, not for a single moment did we talk about the surrender of weapons, or any formula about destroying, surrendering, or disarmament.”
The IDF official expressed pessimism about Hamas complying with disarmament requirements: “There is a lot of belief in phase two and it will include disarming Hamas. I am very pessimistic in this matter. Hamas will not give away its weapons, and it will put on a show. Hamas might have civilians give away weapons. The game will be how good the show is.”
This assessment was echoed by Brigadier General Yossi Kuperwasser, former head of research in the IDF’s Military Intelligence Directorate, who told Fox News Digital that “Hamas is not willing to disarm but may be ready to give up some heavy weapons.”
The conflict began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas invaded southern Israel, killing over 1,200 people and kidnapping more than 250 individuals. The ongoing tensions highlight the fragility of the ceasefire agreement and the complex challenges in establishing lasting peace in the region.
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7 Comments
I’m curious to see what evidence the IDF has presented to support their allegations. Verifying the claims is important before drawing conclusions. Both sides should strive for transparency and good-faith negotiations.
That’s a fair perspective. Without seeing the full context and documentation, it’s difficult to assess the validity of the IDF’s claims. A thorough, impartial investigation would help shed light on the situation.
The ceasefire is fragile, and both sides need to exercise restraint. However, if the IDF’s claims are true, Hamas is undermining the peace process. Disarming the terrorist organization should be a top priority to ensure lasting stability.
You raise a good point. Disarmament is crucial, but it will be a complex and challenging process. Maintaining open communication between all parties is essential to navigating this delicate situation.
The use of civilian infrastructure for military purposes is a grave violation of international law. If Hamas is indeed exploiting hospitals and ambulances, it’s a deplorable tactic that must be condemned. The ceasefire’s success hinges on both sides upholding their commitments.
This is a concerning report. If Hamas is indeed using civilian facilities to transport weapons and terrorists, it would be a serious violation of the ceasefire agreement. The IDF needs to carefully document any evidence to hold Hamas accountable.
Agreed. The use of ambulances and hospitals to conceal military activity is a tactic that puts innocent lives at risk. Hamas must be transparent and abide by the terms of the ceasefire.