The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have uncovered an internal Hamas planning document revealing intentions to place explosives near displacement camps in the Gaza Strip during the ongoing conflict. The document details how Hamas operatives intended to position these explosives close to the camps for internally displaced persons within Gaza. This discovery indicates a deliberate strategy by Hamas to potentially harm or endanger the civilian population it claims to represent. The IDF views this as a severe escalation and a clear violation of international norms concerning the protection of civilians during wartime. The exposed plan raises concerns about Hamas’s tactics and its disregard for the safety of Gazan residents seeking refuge in these camps. Further investigation is underway to determine the full extent of the planned operation and to mitigate any immediate threats. The IDF stated this demonstrates Hamas’s continued use of civilian areas for military purposes.