Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:09pm on 17 Dec 2023,Sunday International
The Israeli army uncovered the largest Hamas tunnel in Gaza, extending over four kilometers and reaching within 400 meters of the Erez border crossing. Equipped with drainage, electricity, ventilation, sewage systems, and communication networks, the complex, led by Mohamed Yahya, brother of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar, cost millions and took years to build. The tunnel, allowing small vehicles to navigate, contained weapons for potential attacks. Lt. Col. Richard Hecht stated Hamas prioritized attacking Israel over aiding Gaza residents. Israel's relentless response to the October 7 attacks led to ongoing conflict, with over 800 tunnels discovered.
