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Israeli Forces Uncover, Dismantle 2-Kilometer Terror Tunnel in Khan Yunis

Israeli forces uncover and dismantle 2-kilometer terror tunnel in Khan Yunis. IDF soldiers find explosives hidden in military structure.

August 5, 2025 at 2:44 pm Ehud Amiton Breaking News

Jerusalem, 5 August, 2025 (TPS-IL) — Israeli soldiers uncovered and dismantled a 2-kilometer-long underground tunnel in the southern Gaza area of Khan Yunis, the Israel Defense Forces said on Tuesday.

Separately, troops discovered dozens of mortar shells, grenades, and explosives hidden in a military structure.

“Terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip continue to use civilian infrastructure for terrorist purposes,” the IDF said.

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