Misjudgments Leading to October 7

This chapter examines the events leading up to October 7, 2023, focusing on the overlooked warnings and intelligence failures from Israel's military and security forces regarding Hamas. It highlights the complacency and misinterpretations that led to underestimating the threat and emphasizes the need for improved communication within intelligence agencies. The discussion underscores the complexities of Israel's strategic relationship with Hamas and reflects on the implications of historical misjudgments in assessing security threats.