Israel uncovers Gaza tunnel where Hamas kept 20 hostages

New Delhi : During the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, Israeli forces uncovered a tunnel on Monday where they suspected Hamas was holding around 20 hostages. The tunnel was found in the southern Gaza Strip, near the border with Israel.

Israeli military officials reported finding five cramped cells inside the tunnel, along with mattresses and even children's drawings. However, no hostages were discovered.

The Israeli military believes the tunnel was used by Hamas to hold Israeli citizens or soldiers captive. Hamas is a Palestinian militant group that has been engaged in conflict with Israel for many years.

The discovery of the tunnel comes amid a surge in violence between Israel and Hamas. The two sides have been exchanging airstrikes and rocket attacks for weeks, resulting in hundreds of casualties.

The Israeli military said that the discovery of the tunnel is evidence of Hamas's "war crimes" and that they will continue to take action to protect Israeli citizens. Hamas has not yet commented on the discovery of the tunnel.

It is important to note that this is a developing story and more information may become available in the coming hours and days.