Pengamat Militer Barat Ragukan Efektivitas Bombardir Israel terhadap Terowongan Hamas di Gaza, Ini Alasannya

Military observers in the West doubt the effectiveness of Israel's bombardment of Hamas tunnels in Gaza, here's the reason.

Dream - Underground tunnels controlled by Hamas in Gaza are now the target of Israeli attacks. The Israeli military claims that their forces have launched a night attack in Gaza and destroyed 150 tunnels using fighter jets.

"Land of Gaza Shaking"

The Minister of Defense of Israel, Yoav Gallant, stated that the war has "entered a new phase". Israeli forces' attacks in Gaza are not only on the surface but also underground. "Gaza is shaking. We are attacking above and below the ground," said Gallant in his statement.

However, Israel is estimated to still face difficulties in destroying all the tunnels despite being superior in technology.

As previously reported, Hamas continues to build underground tunnels known as the "Gaza Metro". Hamas leaders claim that the length of these underground tunnels is approximately 500 kilometers.

Israel suspects that there is a possibility that Hamas is holding hostages inside the tunnel.

Yocheved Lifshitz, one of the four hostages released by Hamas, described her experience. This elderly woman admitted feeling trapped in a "spider's web." However, Israeli media referred to the Gaza Metro as a network of tunnels from hell.

While John Spencer from the Modern War Institute referred to it as "an urban built beneath the surface of Gaza." In a study, Spencer stated, "These tunnels will be a key element in Hamas' guerrilla warfare strategy against Israeli forces."

"Complex Hamas Tunnels"

According to the Israeli military, some tunnels have a depth of up to 40 meters and can withstand bombs weighing up to 455 kilograms. When Israel carries out air strikes in Gaza, Hamas hides in the relatively safe tunnel network. Some of these tunnel networks have extended beyond the Gaza border into Egypt and Israel. These tunnels are used as shelters for Hamas fighters and leaders, as well as for storing weapons and other supplies.

"Serious Problem for Israel"

Spencer described the tunnel as a serious problem for the Israeli military. And until now, there has been no fully perfect and effective solution to destroy it.

"As preparation for the ground attack, Hamas has placed leaders, fighters, command centers, communications, weapons, as well as supplies such as water, food, and ammunition inside the tunnel complex," he added.

The tunnel is also equipped with electricity supply, ventilation system, as well as its own food and water supply. Mick Ryan, a retired US general, said that Hamas has the ability to efficiently use underground networks. Hamas can move their fighters in a timely manner or keep them away from difficult-to-overcome threats.

"Israel Forms Special Commando Forces"

To overcome Hamas attacks from underground, Israel is reported to have trained special commando division forces. These commando forces will locate and destroy the tunnels, including using bombs and other methods. Not only that, Israeli forces also use specially trained tracking dogs to assist underground.

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