Report: IDF warns Hamas is readying to return to war; US opposes new Israeli offensive

Israel’s IDF has expanded control over roughly 70% of the Gaza Strip and is preparing for a new phase of operations, according to reports. The military has shifted its operational boundary—known as the 'Yellow Line'—and is citing intelligence that Hamas is rearming and positioning itself to resume hostilities. Coverage from *The Times of Israel* and *The Jerusalem Post* highlights the IDF’s warnings that Hamas is actively rebuilding its capabilities, though no specific timeline or operational details have been confirmed. US officials have explicitly ruled out support for any renewed Israeli offensive, as reported by *The Times of Israel*.

The Biden administration’s opposition contrasts with Israel’s stated readiness to act, raising questions about diplomatic coordination. Meanwhile, *The Cradle* and *Daily Beirut* emphasize the tactical shifts on the ground, including the IDF’s consolidation of territory and potential preparations for deeper incursions. No independent verification of Hamas’s alleged rearmament has been provided in the reports. The next phase hinges on whether Israel proceeds unilaterally or if diplomatic pressure from the US and regional actors can alter its plans.

Coverage does not yet specify whether Hamas has confirmed any resurgence or if the IDF’s intelligence is being independently verified. Watch for statements from the Biden administration or UN Security Council responses if Israel escalates.