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IDF Uncovers Hamas Tunnel Linked to Goldin's Abduction

11/20/2025

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) disclosed a tunnel in Rafah, Gaza, where Hamas held Lt. Hadar Goldin.
The tunnel was 7 kilometers long, 25 meters deep, and contained about 80 rooms, found during a Southern Command operation.
Goldin was abducted on August 1, 2014, during a collapsed ceasefire.
Despite recovery efforts, he was killed in combat, and his remains were returned to Israel after his family campaigned.

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) disclosed a tunnel in Rafah, Gaza, where Hamas held Lt. Hadar Goldin.
The tunnel was 7 kilometers long, 25 meters deep, and contained about 80 rooms, found during a Southern Command operation.
Goldin was abducted on August 1, 2014, during a collapsed ceasefire.
Despite recovery efforts, he was killed in combat, and his remains were returned to Israel after his family campaigned.