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The IDF’s 10/7 Probe - with Amos Harel & Nadav Eyal
Mar 3, 2025
Amos Harel, a Defense Analyst at Haaretz, and Nadav Eyal, a Senior Political Analyst at Yediot Achronot, dive into the IDF's investigation of military failures surrounding the October 7 Hamas attack. They discuss critical intelligence oversights, the shocking underestimation of Hamas's capabilities, and the challenges of military decision-making during routine threats. The conversation also touches on the importance of accountability and lessons from historical military lapses, highlighting urgent needs for reform within the Israeli defense system.
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- Israeli intelligence ignored significant warning signs about Hamas's impending attack, leading to a devastating underestimation of their operational capabilities.
- The IDF's response failure during the October 7 attack was marked by chaotic conditions and a severe lack of preparedness within military ranks.
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Failures in Intelligence and Preparedness
Israeli intelligence revealed that numerous investigative reports indicated a series of alarming signs preceding the Hamas attack on October 7th, 2023. The military identified unusual activities, such as Hamas operatives using Israeli SIM cards, suggesting a planned assault. Despite these warnings, the chain of command failed to escalate readiness, reflecting a deep-seated misconception about Hamas's capabilities and intentions. The military responses were hindered by a slow reaction and an underestimation of the imminent threat, leading to a catastrophic lack of preparedness.
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