TEL AVIV, November 9. /TASS/. The Israel Defense Forces have started using new methods to deal with Hamas’ fortified tunnels during its ground operation in the Gaza Strip, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said.

"The IDF has also begun employing new methods, to reach these [terrorists] located in tunnels as well as to eliminate the tunnels. This will continue and improve in the coming days. Our forces are working to find unique solutions for these missions, they are working and succeeding," he said at a news conference.