How Does Israel Handle HAMAS Tunnel Network in Gaza
Since 2007, Hamas has built over 1, 300 tunnels in Gaza, some reaching depths of 3040 meters, to protect their elements and conceal rocket batteries. Following the latest attack by Hamas, Israel is now focusing on dismantling Gaza s expansive tunnel network before initiating a ground operation. Israel has sought to neutralize Hamasbuilt tunnels in Gaza through methods like combat engineering and an underground border wall. In the 20082009 Gaza War, it allegedly deployed the GBU28 bunkerbuster bomb, which uses simple physics to penetrate 100 feet of earth with its 4, 637pound frame and 630 pounds of high explosives. Guided by lasers and equipped with smart fuzes to detonate postpenetration, the GBU28 inflicts massive damage on targets and surroundings. Israel, having reportedly requested the advanced GBU72 bomb from the US in 2021, potentially utilizes it in campaigns despite unconfirmed acquisition, leveraging its enhanced fuse system and capacity to induce widerrange subterranean destructi
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