Israeli military finds Hamas tunnels under UN agency in Gaza
The Israeli military has reported the discovery of tunnels beneath the primary headquarters of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza City. According to the military, these tunnels were allegedly used by Hamas militants and repurposed as an electrical supply room. (AP photo)
Tunnel discovery heightens Israel's allegations against UN agency
The revelation of the tunnels represents the most recent development in Israel's ongoing efforts against the beleaguered agency, which it accuses of collaborating with Hamas. (AP photo)
Tunnels below UNWRA facility raise questions
No conclusive proof of Hamas militants in the tunnels under the UNWRA facility was presented. However, a part of the tunnel was confirmed beneath the facility's courtyard, with the military claiming the headquarters supplied electricity to the tunnels. (AP photo)
Israeli allegations spark financial crisis for aid agency
Recent Israeli claims that twelve staff members were involved in the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel have triggered a financial crisis for the agency. As a result, major donor states have suspended funding, and twin investigations are underway. The agency reports that Israel has also frozen its bank account, imposed restrictions on aid shipments, and revoked tax benefits. (AFP photo)
Israeli tactics reveal hidden passageways in Gaza headquarters
The Gaza City headquarters, now in ruins, were discovered through an Israeli tactic of overturning earth to reveal a tunnel entrance. The underground passageway, estimated by an AP journalist to be at least half a kilometer long, contained a minimum of 10 doors. (AP photo)
UNWRA's underground connection to tunnels
Journalists found a room in a UNWRA building with computers connected to wires leading underground. Soldiers showed an underground room with electrical cabinets and cables, claiming it served as a hub for powering the nearby tunnel infrastructure. (AP photo)
Hamas admits tunnel network as Israel seeks destruction
Hamas acknowledges building extensive tunnels in Gaza, targeted by the Israeli offensive due to their alleged use for transporting fighters and weapons. Israel accuses Hamas of using civilians as shields, revealing tunnels near mosques, schools, and UN facilities. (AP photo)
Israeli military discovers weapons linked to Hamas
The military found weapons and explosives in the facility, alleging it was used by Hamas. Touma, UNWRA's Director of Communication, mentioned the agency hasn't revisited the headquarters since the October 12 evacuation and is unaware of its recent use. (AP photo)
Israel's findings in four-month Gaza campaign
In its four-month Gaza campaign, Israel found basic living quarters in tunnels. The offensive followed an Oct. 7 attack by Hamas, resulting in 1,200 deaths and 250 hostages taken to Gaza. Israeli forces have caused over 27,000 Palestinian casualties, leading to a humanitarian crisis and widespread damage. (AP photo)