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On Monday, the Israeli military claimed that it has uncovered underground tunnels along the Gaza Strip’s border with Egypt that have been firmly rejected by Egyptian state-affiliated media. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) had reported the discovery of tunnel routes in the Philadelphia Corridor, which they allege are used for smuggling and militant activities.
However, Egypt’s state-run Al-Qahera News has dismissed the allegations, calling them an attempt by Israel to distract from its challenges in Gaza and justify its military actions. According to the channel, a reputable Egyptian source has criticized Israel’s claims as misleading and baseless.
“This is an attempt by Israel to distract from its failures in Gaza and justify its aggression,” the source told Al-Qahera News. The source further argued that Israel has not provided concrete evidence of operational tunnels in the border area and is instead using the existence of closed tunnels within Gaza to propagate false claims for political gain.
The Israeli military’s announcement had raised concerns about potential escalations in the region, as the discovery of operational tunnels could imply a significant security threat. However, the Egyptian source casts doubt on the veracity of the Israeli claims, suggesting they are part of a broader narrative aimed at influencing public perception and policy.
As the situation evolves, both regional and international observers are closely monitoring developments and the claims made by each side.