Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Israel's Shin Bet Chief: Hamas Readying For Next War With Israel

Yoram Cohen, chief of the Shin Bet general security services, attends a Foreign Affairs and Defense committee meeting in the Israeli parliament. November 18, 2014. (photo credit: Miriam Alster/FLASH90)

Times of Israel: Shin Bet chief: Hamas gearing up for next round with Israel

Terror group has little interest in war but could wage significant campaign, Yoram Cohen tells Knesset committee

Since last summer’s Operation Protective Edge, Hamas has made great efforts to rebuild its military capacities in preparation for the next round of violence with Israel, according to the head of Israel’s internal secret service.

At a briefing before the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen said Hamas has been working to reestablish its offensive tunnels, develop and produce new rockets, and increase training for its naval and ground forces. Hamas has also been trying to acquire funding from Iran, he added, in light of the economic hardships brought on by the 50-day conflict.

More News On Israel's Shin Bet Chief Claiming That Hamas Is Readying For Another War With Israel

Shin Bet Head Warns Hamas is Ready for Another War -- Jewish Voice
Hamas Readying for Next War With Israel, Shin Bet Chief Says -- Algemeiner
Hamas Chief Says Armed Wing 'Stronger' than Ever -- Arutz Sheva
Shin Bet chief: Hamas preparing for war but has lost Gaza support -- Palestinian News Network

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