Hezbollah and Hamas have reportedly increased their military cooperation in Lebanon in recent months, with Hamas deploying hundreds of fighters to potentially join Hezbollah's elite forces in the south. This development comes as Hezbollah's influence has waned following its recent conflict with Israel, while Hamas has expanded its presence in Lebanon. Hamas has also been focusing on fundraising and ramping up rocket production in several Lebanese cities. Recently, Israel targeted a Hamas training center in Sidon, resulting in the deaths of several operatives.