{"id":2127677,"date":"2023-12-17T23:46:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-18T04:46:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/idf-discovers-largest-ever-hamas-terror-tunnel-inside-gaza\/"},"modified":"2023-12-17T23:49:04","modified_gmt":"2023-12-18T04:49:04","slug":"idf-discovers-largest-ever-hamas-terror-tunnel-inside-gaza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/idf-discovers-largest-ever-hamas-terror-tunnel-inside-gaza\/","title":{"rendered":"IDF uncovers massive Hamas terror tunnel in Gaza"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">16<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fidf-discovers-largest-ever-hamas-terror-tunnel-inside-gaza%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2127677&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) made a groundbreaking discovery on Sunday &#8211; \u200cthe largest Hamas tunnel ever found in Gaza, just a \u2063stone&#8217;s throw away from the Erez Humanitarian Crossing. This crossing, previously operated by COGAT\u2019s Coordination and \u200dLiaison Administration (CLA), served \u200cas\u2064 a vital passage for thousands of Palestinians entering \u2062Israel \u200cfor \u200bwork and medical treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Spanning over \u2062four kilometers, this massive tunnel\u200c system, led by Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar&#8217;s brother, Muhammad Sinwar, was a well-planned project. Equipped with reinforced\u2064 concrete, electricity, ventilation, sewage, communication networks, and even rails, it was a sophisticated underground network.<\/p>\n<p>Interestingly, much of the footage showcasing the \u200ctunnel&#8217;s \u200dconstruction was captured\u2064 by Hamas terrorists themselves, only to be later \u2063recovered by Israel. This discovery sheds light on Hamas&#8217; \u200cpersistent \u2062investment in terrorist tunnels, solely aimed at attacking Israel and its residents. Lt. Col. Richard Hecht, the IDF International \u2064Spokesperson, emphasized that Hamas\u200c prioritizes attacking Israel over supporting the people of\u200b Gaza.<\/p>\n<p>The width of \u200cthe tunnel \u200cindicates that it was\u200b intended to transport a large \u2063number of terrorist fighters \u200don vehicles, positioning \u2062them right next to the crossing. From there, they\u2063 could launch attacks on Israeli communities near the Gazan border.<\/p>\n<p>This revelation serves as a stark reminder of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/israel-war-tim-burchett-calls-biden-trip-gutsy-bold-move-but-worries-for-presidents-safety\/\" title=\"Burchett praises Biden's brave trip to Israel but expresses concern for his safety.\">ongoing threats faced<\/a> by Israel and the importance of remaining vigilant. To stay updated on the latest news, download the DAILYWIRE+ app by clicking here.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">EXPOSED: The biggest Hamas terrorist tunnel discovered.<\/p>\n<p>This massive tunnel system\u200d branches out and\u200b spans well over four kilometers (2.5 miles). Its entrance\u2062 is located only\u2063 400 meters\u2064 (1,310 feet) from the Erez Crossing\u2014used by\u2063 Gazans on a daily basis to enter Israel for work\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/RcjK5LbvGL\">pic.twitter.com\/RcjK5LbvGL<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/IDF\/status\/1736407306311475360?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">December 17, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does the discovery of the\u200d massive Hamas tunnel near the\u200b Erez\u2062 Crossing impact the safety and security of those \u2064utilizing the crossing?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  \u200cUsly seen as a symbol of hope and connection between Gaza and the outside world, has\u2062 now become a \u2062site of concern and vulnerability. The discovery of this massive Hamas \u200dtunnel \u2062highlights the ongoing\u200d threat \u2062that\u2063 the\u200c terrorist group\u2064 poses to the region&#8217;s security and stability.<\/p>\n<p>The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have long been engaged in a\u2062 battle against \u2062Hamas, a militant group that controls the Gaza Strip. Hamas has consistently used tunnels as a means to smuggle\u200b weapons, plan attacks, and infiltrate Israeli territory. The discovery of this latest tunnel, estimated to be over a kilometer \u2062long and located just a \u200bstone&#8217;s throw \u200daway\u200b from the Erez\u2064 Crossing, is a testament to the group&#8217;s determination and resourcefulness.<\/p>\n<p>The Erez Humanitarian Crossing, which was once deemed a lifeline for \u2062the people of Gaza, has \u2064now been compromised by this newfound threat. This crossing serves as a gateway for humanitarian \u200daid, medical patients, and workers commuting to Israel and the West Bank. It\u200c symbolizes\u200b the possibility \u2062of \u200dcooperation and\u2063 understanding between Israelis and Palestinians. However, with the presence of \u200dthis colossal tunnel in\u200c such \u200cclose proximity, the safety of\u200c those utilizing the \u200ccrossing \u2064is undeniably \u2062compromised.<\/p>\n<p>The discovery of this tunnel serves\u200c as a\u2064 reminder that the threat from Hamas extends\u200b well beyond rockets and missiles. It highlights the group&#8217;s sophisticated network of underground passages, which they have\u2062 dedicated \u200dconsiderable resources and\u200d manpower to construct. These tunnels not only pose a \u2062direct threat to Israeli civilians and soldiers but\u2062 also severely restrict the freedom and \u2064livelihoods of the Palestinians living\u2064 in \u2063Gaza.<\/p>\n<p>The IDF&#8217;s ability \u200cto\u200c detect and dismantle such a significant tunnel demonstrates their \u200bexpertise and \u2063commitment to ensuring the safety and security of both Israeli citizens and those \u200bliving in the \u2062Gaza Strip. This breakthrough discovery is a testament \u200cto \u2063the tireless efforts and technological advancements made by the Israeli military in combating terrorism.<\/p>\n<p>In response \u200bto the discovery, the IDF has stated \u200cthat they \u200dwill continue to enhance their\u200c intelligence gathering and offensive\u200d capabilities to\u200b counter the\u200d evolving threat posed by Hamas. They have stressed that their actions are solely focused on safeguarding their citizens and will not tolerate any attempts to \u2062breach their borders or inflict \u2064harm on \u200cinnocent civilians.<\/p>\n<p>The discovery of this massive Hamas tunnel \u2063near \u2062the Erez Crossing serves as a stark reminder of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ex-opensea-managers-trial-kicks-off-in-first-nft-insider-trading-case\/\" title=\"Former OpenSea manager faces trial in groundbreaking NFT insider trading case. Get ready for the legal drama!\">ongoing challenges faced<\/a> by both Israel and the \u200dPalestinians living in Gaza. \u2063It underscores the \u2063need for continued international \u2064support in addressing the underlying causes \u2063of \u200bthe conflict and \u2064finding a sustainable solution that ensures \u2064the security and well-being\u2063 of all \u200cparties involved.<\/p>\n<p>It is crucial for the international community \u200dto \u2062remain vigilant and committed\u2063 to promoting peace \u200dand security in the region. Efforts should be \u200bdirected towards encouraging dialogue, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-admin-to-give-12-5-million-grant-for-equity-driven-emissions-reduction-research\/\" title=\"Biden Admin Grants .5M for Equity-Focused Emissions Research\">fostering economic development<\/a>,\u2063 and promoting education and \u2063tolerance. \u2062By addressing the root causes \u2064of the conflict, we can hope to eradicate the need for such extensive tunnel networks\u200d and ensure a brighter and more peaceful future for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The IDF found the biggest Hamas tunnel in Gaza, near the Erez Humanitarian Crossing. The crossing, previously managed by COGAT&#8217;s CLA, aided numerous Palestinians until October 6<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":134,"featured_media":2127678,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[541],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2127677","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-daily-wire"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2127677","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/134"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2127677"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2127677\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2127678"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2127677"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2127677"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2127677"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}