Iran coordinates with Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis for attack, Israeli intel. suggests – report

Israeli intelligence suggests Iran is coordinating a broad, multi-front attack against Israel, aiming to involve Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, and pro-Iranian militias in Iraq simultaneously. This plan seeks to rectify the lack of full coordination seen on October 7, when Hamas launched its assault without other fronts opening concurrently. Seized Hamas documents from Gaza indicated Yahya Sinwar's earlier ambition to expand the confrontation and connect external fronts, though Iran and Hezbollah were not fully informed of the October 7 plan's details or timing.

"connect and prepare the external fronts"

Recent reports in Arab media indicate Tehran is now addressing this gap, with a strategy for several fronts to operate against Israel concurrently. The election of Khalil al-Hayya as Hamas's overall leader, known for his strong ties with Iran, is seen as significant. There are also signs of Iranian efforts to rebuild the "Axis of Resistance," renew coordination mechanisms, and accelerate missile and drone production. Senior Quds Force officials have reportedly held talks with commanders from Hezbollah, the Houthis, and Iraqi militias regarding an expansion of the confrontation, with Iranian advisors working on the ground. The balance of power within the axis is shifting, with Iraqi and Yemeni militias gaining increased importance following damage to Hezbollah and the fall of the Assad regime in Syria.