Unveiling the Enigmatic Gaza Metro: Hamas' Underground Tunnel Network

Hamas has constructed a vast network of underground tunnels in Gaza, known as the "Gaza metro," which are used for transportation, storage of weapons, and as command centers. The tunnels, some several kilometers deep, are wired with electricity and reinforced with concrete. The cost of building the tunnels is significant, and critics argue that the funds could have been used for civilian purposes. The tunnels provide Hamas with an advantage in asymmetric warfare, but their presence in a densely populated area poses challenges for military operations. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have accused Hamas of using civilians as human shields by hiding in the tunnels. The IDF is expected to target the tunnel network in its ground incursion into Gaza, as it has done in previous operations. However, eliminating the tunnels is a complex task that requires a holistic approach beyond technology.