Instant Alert: Take a look inside ISIS' newly-discovered escape tunnels outside of its Iraqi stronghold

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   Take a look inside ISIS' newly-discovered escape tunnels outside of its Iraqi stronghold by Jeremy Berke and Louise Liu on Oct 28, 2016, 4:31 PM Advertisement Iraq Counter Terrorism Service forces have discovered several underground tunnels used by ISIS to escape Mosul on Thursday. The forces have launched a campaign last week to retake the ISIS stronghold of Mosul, which, if successful, could "mark the beginning of the end" for the terrorist group. ISIS is fighting back — sending hundreds of fighters to Mosul and preparing for fierce battles with intense defenses, according to CNN — while at the same time, the militant group has established an elaborate network of tunnels across the city and neighboring villages that are used as escape routes. Here are some astonishing photos of ISIS' secret tunnels. SEE ALSO: ISIS is losing territory on all fronts — here's what the group leaves behind SEE ALSO: Trump knows absolutely nothing about military strategy The tunnel used by ISIS militants in Bazwaia, east of Mosul, Iraq, stretches for almost two miles. Source: NBC News The tunnels were used at escape routes and meeting points for the jihadists. Source: CNN Some tunnels are big enough for a motorbike, and some tunnel entrances were to be connected by a newly built road. Source: CNN See the rest of the story at Business Insider   Share the latest business news with your network:    Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011