According to the report from CNN, Israel's military recently unveiled a video showcasing seven tunnel shafts beneath the Blue Beach resort in northern Gaza, accusing Hamas of utilizing the underground network for both above and below-ground attacks.
The IDF claims these tunnels, running near the beach, also serve as "terrorist quarters."
Weapons, including AK-47 assault rifles, explosives, and drones, were reportedly discovered beneath the hotel. The IDF alleges that Hamas militants fired anti-tank missiles from the hotel during clashes for control of the tunnels.
At the heart of the conflict lies the intricate labyrinth of Hamas tunnels, known as the "Gaza metro."
This underground network facilitates the transport of people and goods, houses rockets and ammunition caches, and serves as command and control centers away from IDF surveillance. The scale of this tunnel system remains a challenge for the Israeli military.
Furthermore, in 2021, Hamas declared the construction of 500 kilometers of tunnels under Gaza, though the accuracy of this figure remains uncertain.
Amid the ongoing offensive, the IDF asserts it has destroyed numerous tunnel shafts and unveiled many more, shedding light on the hidden complexities beneath the surface of the Gaza conflict.
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