Israel says it uncovered 800 shafts to Hamas tunnels below Gaza

0
2KB

Israeli forces have found 800 shafts leading to Hamas' vast subterranean network of tunnels and bunkers since a Gaza ground operation began on Oct 27, and have destroyed more than half of them, the military said on Sunday.

FILE PHOTO: Ground operation of the Israeli army against Palestinian Islamist group Hamas in northern Gaza

The Palestinian Islamist group said before the now eight-week-old war in the Gaza Strip that it had hundreds of kilometres of tunnels - a network comparable in size to the New York subway system - to protect and serve as operational bases.

FILE PHOTO: Ground operation of the Israeli army against Palestinian Islamist group Hamas in northern Gaza

FILE PHOTO: Ground operation of the Israeli army against Palestinian Islamist group Hamas in northern Gaza

That has made them prime targets for Israeli air strikes with penetrating munitions and army engineers using mapping robots and exploding gel that can be poured into the passages.

"The tunnel shafts were located in civilian areas, many of which were near or inside civilian buildings and structures, such as schools, kindergartens, mosques and playgrounds," the military said in a statement on Sunday.

FILE PHOTO: Ground operation of the Israeli army against Palestinian Islamist group Hamas in northern Gaza

The statement, summarising anti-tunnel operations so far, followed near-daily accounts to the media by troops who said they uncovered access shafts in civilian sites.

The war's civilian toll has increasingly worried world powers. Washington urged Israel to use caution on Saturday.

Of some 800 shafts discovered, the military said, 500 had been destroyed using a variety of operational methods, including by "detonation and by sealing off". It added that "many miles" of main tunnel routes had also been destroyed.

Suche
Kategorien
Mehr lesen
Startseite
Whiteland Westin Residencies: Luxury Living Redefined in Sector 103
Whiteland Westin Residencies, located in Sector 103 of Gurgaon, epitomizes the pinnacle of luxury...
Von jyotisinghal 2024-12-04 04:42:10 0 1KB
Health
Why Should Transgenders Get Chin Reduction Surgery?
Chin reduction in India has become very popular, especially among transgenders. Men's jaws are...
Von ffssurgery 2024-12-10 12:27:59 0 2KB
Andere
UK Elastomeric Coatings Market Booming Segments; Investors Seeking Growth Leading Players:
The UK elastomeric coatings market is experiencing significant growth, driven by a...
Von shubhamautade 2024-08-22 05:51:22 0 1KB
Motivational and Inspiring Story
Make Your Relocation Easy with Balaji Packers and Movers in Gurgaon
Relocating to a new home or office can be both exciting and stressful. The thought of packing...
Von vedcargo 2024-12-09 06:35:09 0 2KB
Andere
Luxury Car Rental at Denver Airport: Indulge in Style and Comfort
Denver, known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant urban culture, attracts travelers from...
Von peterson34343 2024-06-13 22:53:24 0 2KB