"Sponge Bombs: Israel's Innovative Solution to Neutralize Hamas Tunnels"

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"Sponge Bombs: Israel's Innovative Solution to Neutralize Hamas Tunnels"
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Israel is reportedly using "sponge bombs" to combat Hamas' extensive tunnel network in Gaza. These chemical grenades create a sudden explosion of foam that rapidly expands and hardens, sealing off gaps or tunnel entrances. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have been deploying these devices during exercises near the Gaza border. Hamas has been building its tunnel network since the mid-1990s, and it has become a key factor in their strength in Gaza.

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