Document Reveals Hamas’ Long-Term Military Build-Up Plans in Lebanon with Hezbollah and IRGC Cooperation

A newly exposed internal document reveals detailed discussions within Hamas regarding its military activities and expansion plans in Lebanon. The document outlines ongoing internal disputes that have hindered progress, leading to a dual-track approach: coordinating with Hamas leadership abroad while simultaneously developing existing operational cells on the ground.

The first track involves resolving internal disagreements and informing Hamas’ external leadership, represented by "Abu al-Abed," to allow local factions to engage with Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and Hezbollah under proposed frameworks. The central Hamas office was tasked with defining clear missions for overseas operatives, including manufacturing missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles, and continuing joint training with Hezbollah.

The document also contemplates expanding Hamas’ activities into Syria, particularly in Daraa, the Golan Heights, and areas outside Syrian government control. Maintaining stable relations with Hezbollah and the IRGC is emphasized as critical.

The second track focuses on leveraging a figure referred to as "Brother Amar" and his existing network, aiming to develop this infrastructure in cooperation with Hezbollah and the IRGC. This plan includes broadening operational scope through connections with other Lebanese groups, such as the Islamic Movement, while insulating these cells from Hamas’ internal disputes and external leadership conflicts.

Secrecy is highlighted as essential, with instructions to maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding the networks and involved parties. The document portrays these efforts as building a "force multiplier" to strengthen Hamas’ long-term military capabilities in Lebanon and potentially beyond.

This revelation sheds light on Hamas’ strategic intent to establish a durable military presence in Lebanon, supported by Iranian-backed groups, with ambitions to extend influence into neighboring Syrian territories.