Despite successive wars and concerted efforts to dismantle the tunnel network, Hamas has displayed remarkable resilience, utilizing these subterranean passages for various strategic purposes. Tunnel weaponThe Al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas’ military wing, initiated the use of tunnels for specific operations targeting military sites inside and outside Gaza. The Al-Qassam Brigades extensively utilized the tunnels for targeting military sites and deploying defence mechanisms against occupation convoys. Strategic Considerations and Ongoing ChallengesThe Gaza tunnels have become a new battleground, reminiscent of historical challenges faced by forces in Vietnam’s tunnels. The subterranean struggle between Hamas and Israel in the Gaza Strip continues to unfold as a complex and dynamic conflict.

Source: Daily News Egypt January 01, 2024 20:16 UTC