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Hamas Retains 25,000 Fighters and Intensifies Executions in Gaza After War

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By אוריאל פיליפ

First reported by Kan News · Jul 15, 2026

What happened

Hamas currently holds 25,000 fighters in Gaza, down from 35,000 before the war, while increasing secret executions of opponents. During a recent meeting with Iranian leaders, Hamas demanded diplomatic backing, opposition to disarmament, linkage of Gaza to Iran-US talks, and continued financial and logistical support. Iran promised full assistance to Hamas's requests.

  • 01Hamas currently has about 25,000 fighters, including 2,500 elite Nukhba members, down from 35,000 pre-war.
  • 02Hamas has increased covert executions of opposition and suspected collaborators in Gaza.
  • 03Hamas met with Iranian leaders during Khamenei's funeral to present demands for support.
  • 04Demands include diplomatic backing, opposition to Gaza disarmament, and linking Gaza to Iran-US talks.
  • 05Hamas requests continued financial aid and restoration of supply lines to rebuild military strength.
  • 06Iranian leadership pledged full support to Hamas's demands following the meeting.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
Ali Khamenei
OrganizationsHamas, Nukhba, Iranian leadership
PlacesGaza Strip, Iran, United States

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJul 15, 2026
Hamas Retains 25,000 Fighters and Intensifies Executions in Gaza After War
Kan NewsCenter · HebrewJul 15, 2026
Israeli Security Reports Hamas Military Strength at 25,000 Fighters Amid Increased Executions

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