The Israeli military has initiated the introduction of seawater into a tunnel complex in Gaza, according to unnamed U.S. officials reported by the Wall Street Journal on Tuesday.
The endeavor, expected to extend over several weeks, is aimed at undermining tunnels where Israel suspects the presence of hostages, fighters, and munitions held by militant groups.
While some Biden administration officials view this action as a means to eliminate the tunnels, others have raised concerns about potential threats to Gaza’s freshwater supply.