The Daily War in Israel
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Oct 9, 2023 Isabel Kershner, a correspondent in Jerusalem for The New York Times, provides gripping insights into the recent surge of violence between Israel and Hamas. She recounts the dramatic infiltration of Israeli territory and the shocking attack on civilians during a Jewish holiday. Kershner addresses critical intelligence failures that allowed the offensive to unfold and highlights the profound divisions within Israeli society, as well as the ongoing military response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Her analysis sheds light on the broader ramifications for the Middle East.
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Family's ordeal during attack
- A family in Kibbutz Nachalos heard bombs and gunfire, realizing terrorists were in their neighborhood.
- They sheltered in their safe room for nine hours with their young daughters, hearing the terrorists outside their window.
Scale of the attack
- Palestinian militants launched a large-scale invasion of Israel, attacking towns and taking hostages.
- This is the largest attack on Israel in 50 years, prompting an all-out war.
How the attack unfolded
- The attack began at 6:30 AM on Saturday, a Jewish holiday, with rocket fire and militants breaching the border fence.
- Militants went house to house, taking hostages and attacking a rave near the Gaza border.