'Hamas has 20k fighters': Israel's shock reveal after claiming destruction of group's military wing After two years of intense conflict in #Gaza, #Israel’s military warns #Hamas remains a potent force with around 20,000 fighters and hundreds of rockets capable of striking deep into Israel. Despite IDF claims of killing over 22,000 militants and destroying key tunnels, Hamas has replenished its ranks with new recruits, though less trained. | The Times of India