Fitness Influencer Bradley Martyn Sparks Controversy with "Destroyed EVERYTHING" Tweet Amidst IDF Tunnel Revelations

Fitness personality Bradley Martyn ignited a social media firestorm on November 25, 2025, with a terse tweet stating, "They where in tunnels…. So we just destroyed EVERYTHING." The comment, widely interpreted as a reference to the ongoing conflict in Gaza and recent Israeli military operations, drew immediate criticism and accusations of insensitivity.

Martyn's tweet coincided with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) releasing video footage on the same day, showcasing what they described as one of Gaza's "largest and most complex" underground tunnel networks. According to the IDF, this particular tunnel, located beneath Rafah, stretched over 7 kilometers (approximately 4.3 miles), reached depths of around 25 meters (82 feet), and contained approximately 80 hideouts. The IDF asserted that this network was utilized by Hamas militants.

The influencer's post quickly garnered significant backlash across social media platforms. Critics accused Martyn of making light of a serious humanitarian crisis and endorsing destructive military actions without sufficient context or empathy for civilian populations. Replies to his tweet indicated a strong negative reaction from a segment of his audience and other social media users.

Underground tunnels have long been a critical component of Hamas's military infrastructure in Gaza, used for smuggling, moving fighters, and storing weapons. Conversely, their destruction by Israeli forces has been a central aspect of military operations, often leading to widespread devastation in densely populated areas. Martyn's comment, devoid of explicit context, was seen by many as a flippant remark on a highly sensitive geopolitical issue.