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IDF Discovers 10km Hamas Tunnel Network in Rafah Containing Remains of Hostage Hadar Goldin
Nov 08, 2026 11:59 PM CT
Rafah, Gaza Strip
IDF, Hamas, Gaza, Rafah, tunnels, hostage, infrastructure, retrospective
Summary
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) revealed the discovery of a 10-kilometer tunnel network in Rafah, Gaza, which was used by senior Hamas commanders and contained the remains of hostage Hadar Goldin. The tunnel route passed beneath critical civilian infrastructure, including a UNRWA compound, mosques, and schools, highlighting the complexity of Hamas's subterranean warfare capabilities. This retrospective disclosure provides insight into the depth of Hamas's infrastructure and the specific conditions under which the hostage was held prior to his return.
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The IDF said the route ran more than 10 km beneath a dense Rafah neighborhood, including an UNRWA compound, mosques and schools, and was used by senior Hamas commanders.
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IDF revealed the existence and route of a 10km tunnel in Rafah used by Hamas commanders, noting it passed under UNRWA facilities and contained the remains of Hadar Goldin.