Officials announced on Sunday that the Israel Defense Forces have uncovered a significant tunnel on the Gaza-Egypt border, wide enough for vehicles to pass.
This 10-foot-tall tunnel was discovered last week along the Philadelphi Route while IDF troops were conducting searches for tunnel systems that Hamas terrorists are believed to use for arms smuggling.
The IDF reported having destroyed numerous tunnels in the region and intends to continue this effort to find and eliminate others.
Rising tensions in the Middle East are a result of nearly 10 months of conflict in Gaza, intensified by the recent killing of a senior Hezbollah commander in Lebanon and Hamas’ principal political leader in Iran. Iran and its affiliates have blamed Israel and issued threats of retaliation.
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The tunnel, measuring 10 feet in height, was large enough for vehicles to traverse, as reported by the IDF. (Israel Defense Forces)
During a Cabinet meeting on Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is currently engaged in a “multi-front war” with Iran and its affiliates and is prepared for any possible scenario.
IDF officials reported that Israeli troops found a smuggling tunnel along the Gaza-Egypt border. (Israel Defense Forces)
The United States has advised Israel to take advantage of the opportunity for a ceasefire to avert a broader regional conflict.
On Friday, the Pentagon announced the deployment of a fighter jet squadron to the Middle East and confirmed the presence of an aircraft carrier in the area.
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The U.S. Embassy in Lebanon has urged citizens wishing to exit the country to “book any available ticket,” highlighting that several airlines have halted or canceled flights.
Report contributed by The Associated Press.
