The IDF reveals: a high-ranking tunnel that was converted into a tunnel for holding hostages in Khan Yunis/IDF spokesman
The forces of Division 98 raided a strategic underground medium in the heart of Khan Yunis and uncovered a terror tunnel more than a kilometer long - where senior Hamas officials were staying and even hostages were held there - this is what the IDF spokesman announced today (Wednesday). The fighters who raided the terror tunnel fought a battle in it Face-to-face against terrorists, they breached the top doors and neutralized explosives.
During the raid, the fighters uncovered several different compounds used by the organization since the war broke out on October 7. Among other things, they discovered a prison cell in a compound with bars where about 12 abductees were held at different times - three of them He returned to Israel and the rest are still being held in the Gaza Strip. Also, a bathroom and a rest room were discovered where the terrorists who supervised the abductees stayed.
Documentation from the tunnel where the abductees were, February 7, 2024/IDF spokesperson
Documentation from the tunnel where the abductees were, February 7, 2024/IDF spokesperson
Documentation from the tunnel where the abductees were, February 7, 2024/IDF spokesperson
In addition to this, the IDF spokesman said that the fighters located inside the tunnel various intelligence findings and means of warfare that were used by the terrorist organization.
This tunnel, as mentioned, is more than a kilometer long, and is located in the heart of a civilian area in Khan Yunis - as the terrorist organization is wont to do. According to intelligence assessments, Millions of shekels were invested in its construction. This strategic tunnel is part of a branching underground labyrinth and is connected to a tunnel that was uncovered a few weeks ago where other hostages were held.
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