Israeli Army Dismantles Strategic Hamas Tunnel in Gaza
Israeli forces report the destruction of a two-kilometer tunnel as part of ongoing military operations in the region.
On May 17, 2025, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced that they have destroyed a two-kilometer tunnel belonging to Hamas during recent military operations in northern Gaza.
The IDF referred to the tunnel as a 'strategic' structure.
The operation was executed by the Northern Brigade of the Gaza Division, alongside the Engineering Corps unit known as 'Yahalom'.
On the previous day, the IDF reported that they had conducted extensive airstrikes and moved a substantial number of troops into areas within Gaza, framing these actions as the commencement of 'Operation Gideon’s Chariots', which signifies an escalation in military engagements in the region.
The Israeli military has cited the need to neutralize threats posed by Hamas's tunnel network, which has been a focal point in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
The broader context includes the long-standing tensions and intermittent escalations in violence between Israeli forces and Palestinian militant groups in the Gaza Strip.
The IDF referred to the tunnel as a 'strategic' structure.
The operation was executed by the Northern Brigade of the Gaza Division, alongside the Engineering Corps unit known as 'Yahalom'.
On the previous day, the IDF reported that they had conducted extensive airstrikes and moved a substantial number of troops into areas within Gaza, framing these actions as the commencement of 'Operation Gideon’s Chariots', which signifies an escalation in military engagements in the region.
The Israeli military has cited the need to neutralize threats posed by Hamas's tunnel network, which has been a focal point in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
The broader context includes the long-standing tensions and intermittent escalations in violence between Israeli forces and Palestinian militant groups in the Gaza Strip.
