{"id":2154087,"date":"2024-01-19T17:24:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T22:24:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-scale-of-gazas-terror-tunnels-will-blow-your-mind\/"},"modified":"2024-01-19T17:29:21","modified_gmt":"2024-01-19T22:29:21","slug":"the-scale-of-gazas-terror-tunnels-will-blow-your-mind","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-scale-of-gazas-terror-tunnels-will-blow-your-mind\/","title":{"rendered":"Gaza&#8217;s Terror Tunnels: Mind-Blowing Scale"},"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\">10<\/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%2Fthe-scale-of-gazas-terror-tunnels-will-blow-your-mind%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=2154087&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--><blockquote>\n<h2>Hamas Constructs Elaborate Underground Network \u2064While Its People \u2064Suffer<\/h2>\n<figure><figcaption>(Amir \u200cLevy\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div>\n<p>The ongoing anti-terrorist campaign in Gaza has provided the Israeli military with a firsthand look at the astonishing tunnel system built by\u200b Hamas instead of\u2063 prioritizing the basic needs \u200cof \u2062its citizens. The scale of these\u2064 tunnels, believed to be the hiding\u200c place \u200cfor top\u2064 Hamas leaders since the Oct. 7 massacre, is almost unimaginable.<\/p>\n<p>According to the <em>New York Times<\/em>, \u200bIsraeli defense \u200dofficials now <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2024\/01\/16\/us\/politics\/israel-gaza-tunnels.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">estimate<\/a> that the tunnel network\u2062 in Gaza\u200d spans between 350 and 450 miles, surpassing their previous estimate of 250 miles in\u200c December. This means that the \u2063Hamas tunnel system is nearly as extensive as Beijing&#8217;s world-renowned\u200c subway system, \u200bwhich stretches\u2064 over \u200c500 miles.<\/p>\n<p>While non-terrorist governments invest significant amounts\u200b of taxpayer \u200dmoney in \u200cconstructing and \u200cmaintaining their subway systems, experts suggest \u2063that the Hamas tunnel network, although less\u2064 technologically advanced, likely cost <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxnews.com\/world\/hamas-fooled-gullible-donors-fund-billion-dollar-terror-tunnel-system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">billions<\/a> of\u200d dollars. These funds were \u2063acquired through Iran and misappropriated &#8220;aid&#8221; funds, requiring\u2062 an immense workforce to build. The exorbitant \u200ccost\u200d indicates that Hamas prioritizes the killing\u200b of Jews over the\u2064 well-being \u200cof its own people.<\/p>\n<p>For comparison,\u200c let&#8217;s examine how the\u2062 Hamas terror \u200dtunnels measure \u200dup against other <a href=\"https:\/\/tunnelingonline.com\/why-tunnels-in-the-us-cost-much-more-than-anywhere-else-in-the-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tunnel systems<\/a> \u2063 in major\u200d cities worldwide:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> \u200b How does the\u2062 spread of misinformation on social\u200b media platforms contribute to the erosion of trust\u2062 in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/democrats-target-cable-providers-for-carrying-fox-newsmax-oann\/\" title=\"Democrats Target Cable Providers for Carrying Fox, Newsmax, OANN\">traditional media sources<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span>  Ticle \u2063on\u200c the impact of social \u2062media on society<\/p>\n<p>Social media\u2062 has become an integral part of our lives, revolutionizing the way we communicate, access information, and interact with\u200b the world around us. With the advent of \u2064platforms such as Facebook, Twitter,\u2062 Instagram, and LinkedIn, the impact of social media on society cannot be undermined.\u200d While \u200cit has undoubtedly brought numerous\u2063 benefits,\u2062 there are also\u2062 significant concerns regarding its impact on mental health, privacy, and \u200cthe spread\u2062 of misinformation.<\/p>\n<p>One of the major\u2062 impacts of social media\u2062 on society is its ability to connect people across the globe. Through \u200cplatforms like Facebook and \u200bInstagram, individuals can connect with friends, family, and acquaintances regardless of their geographical location. This has led to increased social connectivity and\u2064 the ability to maintain relationships over long distances. Moreover, social media has also facilitated the creation\u200d of online communities\u2062 based on shared interests, enabling individuals\u2064 to find like-minded people and engage in discussions and debates.<\/p>\n<p>In terms of information dissemination, \u2062social \u200cmedia has played a crucial role in bringing\u2062 news and current affairs to the \u2063masses. Traditional \u200dmedia outlets are no longer the \u200bsole gatekeepers of information, as social\u200d media platforms allow anyone to share news and updates instantaneously. This has resulted in\u200b a democratization of information, giving a \u200bvoice \u2062to the marginalized and facilitating the spread of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/historical-association-cant-keep-facts-straight-in-attacking-curriculum-that-celebrates-american-patriotism\/\" title=\"Historical Association's Inaccurate Attack on 'Patriotic Curriculum'\">important social movements<\/a>. From the Arab Spring to the Black Lives Matter movement, social media has proven to\u200b be a powerful tool for organizing and mobilizing \u200bpeople.<\/p>\n<p>However, the impact \u2064of social media on mental health cannot be ignored. \u2064Studies have shown a\u200c correlation between excessive use\u200b of social media\u2063 and mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and low\u2063 self-esteem. The constant exposure to curated, idealized versions of other people&#8217;s lives can lead to feelings\u200c of inadequacy and comparison. Additionally,\u200b the addictive nature \u200dof social media, with its infinite scrolling feature and notifications,\u200b can also contribute to decreased productivity \u200dand increased isolation.<\/p>\n<p>Another concern surrounding social media is\u2064 the privacy and security of personal information. With the immense\u2062 amount of data \u200dbeing shared on these platforms, there is a\u2064 growing risk of identity \u2063theft, cyberbullying, and manipulation. Social media platforms have faced\u2063 criticism for their handling of user data and their\u200d role in influencing political\u200b processes, as seen\u200b in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. \u2064The need for regulation and stricter privacy policies has become evident to \u2063<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/teens-death-in-small-michigan-town-led-fbi-and-police-to-online-sexual-extortion-scheme\/\" title=\"Teen's death in small Michigan town linked to FBI and police investigation of online sexual extortion scheme.\">protect users&#8217; personal information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the spread\u2063 of \u200dmisinformation on social \u2063media has become a pressing issue. Fake news, conspiracy theories, and \u200cpropaganda can \u200beasily go viral, leading to widespread confusion and mistrust. The inability to verify the \u2064authenticity of information and the \u2062lack of fact-checking\u2062 mechanisms have\u200b contributed to \u200dthe\u2064 erosion of\u2064 trust in traditional media sources. This highlights the\u200d need for media literacy and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-left-is-wrong-why-black-babies-cared-for-by-white-doctors-die-more-often-its-not-because-of-racism\/\" title=\"Black babies cared for by white doctors have higher mortality rates, but it's not due to racism. The left is mistaken.\">critical thinking\u2063 skills<\/a> in the digital age.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, the impact of social media on society has\u2063 been profound. It has \u200brevolutionized communication, facilitated \u2064the spread of information, and empowered individuals. However, there are also significant \u2064concerns regarding its impact on mental health, privacy, and the spread of\u200d misinformation.\u200d Addressing these issues and finding a balance between the benefits and risks associated with social media is crucial to harness its\u2064 potential for good in an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-destructive-everyday-cancel-culture-of-recorded-interactions\/\" title=\"The Destructive Everyday Cancel Culture Of Recorded Interactions\">increasingly digital world<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Be hiding, is extensive and sophisticated. This revelation highlights the stark contrast between the suffering of the Palestinian people, who lack basic necessities, and the resources invested by Hamas in building this underground network. It raises questions about the priorities and leadership of the militant group<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":97,"featured_media":2154088,"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":[544],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2154087","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-free-beacon"],"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\/2154087","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\/97"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2154087"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2154087\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2154088"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2154087"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2154087"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2154087"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}