Call Me Back - with Dan Senor A post-October 7th security doctrine for Israel - with Haviv Rettig Gur
Oct 30, 2023
Haviv Rettig Gur, political analyst at The Times of Israel and former IDF combat medic, discusses the Israeli government's motivations and actions towards Gaza, the challenges of providing aid to Gaza, the aftermath of war in Israel and potential threats from Hezbollah and Iran, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the role of Hamas, the need for a new Israeli security doctrine, and the importance of achieving a decisive victory over Hamas.
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Public Confidence in IDF Endures
- Israeli public remains highly confident in the IDF's fighting capabilities despite intelligence failures on October 7th.
- The public distinguishes between military strength and intelligence lapses, placing blame mostly on intelligence services.
Hamas's Popularity Paradox
- Hamas is the most popular political faction in Palestinian territories, especially for its October 7th attack.
- Gazans hate Hamas for misgovernance but support its attack due to hatred of Israel.
Aid Funded Hamas's War Infrastructure
- Billions in international aid unknowingly funded Hamas's tunnel infrastructure.
- This aid ultimately created a trap for Gaza civilians, worsening their plight under Hamas rule.