The IDF has found a tunnel running from the Gaza Strip into Israel.

The discovery is the second such tunnel discovered by Israeli forces in a month.

“This tunnel was built by Hamas in order to infiltrate Israel and execute terror attacks against the people of southern communities. The IDF will continue its counter terror activities to uncover and neutralize Hamas’ offensive tunnels,” the IDF said in a statement.

It added that the mortar attacks launched by Hamas militants in the Strip over the past two days had been intended to disrupt the IDF operation to uncover the tunnels.

“We stay committed to safeguarding the people of southern Israel while Hamas is committed to violence and terror. No one should be living in fear of being attacked in their home by terrorists infiltrating from underground. The IDF is determined to maintain the safety and stability of the area and will continue to use all means necessary to target Hamas’ terror activities,” IDF Spokesman Lt. Col. Peter Lerner said.