The Israeli Defense Forces ( IDF ) said on Sunday that they have discovered and dismantled a one-kilometre Hamas tunnel as part of their ongoing operations in Gaza . The IDF claimed this effort aims to free hostages and weaken Hamas and is integral to Israel 's broader military campaign, which has escalated into a "multi-front war".
The tunnel, located in a densely populated area, contained rooms and equipment believed to be used by Hamas for extended operations underground.
"As we continue to fight in a multi-front war, we are operating in Gaza in order to bring our hostages home and dismantle Hamas. IDF troops discovered, mapped, and dismantled an underground tunnel route that is approximately 1km long, embedded near residential buildings and civilian spaces in central Gaza," the IDF said.
Conflict on multiple fronts
The conflict, which erupted on October 7, 2023, after a surprise attack by Hamas gunmen in southern Israel, has since evolved into a broader regional conflict. Cross-border exchanges between Hezbollah forces in Lebanon and Israel have intensified over the past weeks, resulting in some of the deadliest clashes in the region since Lebanon's civil war. Israeli air raids have reportedly killed hundreds in Lebanon, further escalating tensions.
Hamas, meanwhile, expressed condolences for its ally Hezbollah following the confirmed death of Hassan Nasrallah, the group's leader. In a statement, Hamas reaffirmed their alliance, stating that "assassinations will only increase the resistance in Lebanon and Palestine in determination and resolve."
The conflict has had devastating consequences for both sides. The initial Hamas assault killed approximately 1,200 Israelis and led to the capture of 250 hostages. In response, Israel has launched a relentless military offensive on Gaza, which, according to Palestinian health authorities, has resulted in over 41,000 deaths. The conflict has displaced nearly all of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents.
The tunnel, located in a densely populated area, contained rooms and equipment believed to be used by Hamas for extended operations underground.
"As we continue to fight in a multi-front war, we are operating in Gaza in order to bring our hostages home and dismantle Hamas. IDF troops discovered, mapped, and dismantled an underground tunnel route that is approximately 1km long, embedded near residential buildings and civilian spaces in central Gaza," the IDF said.
As we continue to fight in a multi-front war, we are operating in Gaza in order to bring our hostages home and dismantle Hamas.
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) September 29, 2024
IDF troops discovered, mapped and dismantled an underground tunnel route that is approx. 1km long, embedded near residential buildings and civilian… pic.twitter.com/Y3DyDD4Jsc
Conflict on multiple fronts
The conflict, which erupted on October 7, 2023, after a surprise attack by Hamas gunmen in southern Israel, has since evolved into a broader regional conflict. Cross-border exchanges between Hezbollah forces in Lebanon and Israel have intensified over the past weeks, resulting in some of the deadliest clashes in the region since Lebanon's civil war. Israeli air raids have reportedly killed hundreds in Lebanon, further escalating tensions.
Hamas, meanwhile, expressed condolences for its ally Hezbollah following the confirmed death of Hassan Nasrallah, the group's leader. In a statement, Hamas reaffirmed their alliance, stating that "assassinations will only increase the resistance in Lebanon and Palestine in determination and resolve."
The conflict has had devastating consequences for both sides. The initial Hamas assault killed approximately 1,200 Israelis and led to the capture of 250 hostages. In response, Israel has launched a relentless military offensive on Gaza, which, according to Palestinian health authorities, has resulted in over 41,000 deaths. The conflict has displaced nearly all of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents.
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