Taking out Hamas’ million-dollar ‘root’ tunnel is game changer

Prof. Kobi Michael: The destruction of this tunnel as well as many others like it or similar… as well as other terror facilities pushes Hamas to the edge. It is one of the longest and [most] complicated tunnels that have been discovered, but it is not the only one.

Hamas’ root tunnels form the backbone of its underground warfare system. This is an example of a root tunnel, a strategic one that feeds many tactic tunnels and is used for strategic purposes [such] as command and control, weapon storage, manufacturing platforms of weapon[s] and strategic logistics. Such a tunnel is usually manned by hundreds of militants and commanders.

“I have no idea about the cost but if you take into consideration the amount of the building materials, labor and facilities and its length, it is a matter of millions of INS. Hamas chose routes under sensitive civilian and humanitarian facilities in order to prevent the IDF from attacking the tunnel.

The full interview will be published in Fox News, on November 23, 2025.