Urban Warfare Project Studying the October 7 Terrorist Attacks
Mar 15, 2024
The discussion reveals chilling insights into the October 7 attacks, emphasizing their urban warfare tactics and organized military strategy. It contrasts perspectives from Hamas operatives and Israeli civilians, painting a complex picture of the chaos. Field research in Southern Israel uncovers deep socio-political dynamics and poignant local stories. The bravery of civilians and counterterrorism officers emerges as heroic narratives amid tragedy. Overall, the conversation explores resilience in the face of unspeakable horror and its lasting implications.
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Mumbai Attack Research
- In 2018, John Spencer visited Mumbai, studying the 2008 terrorist attacks.
- He found similarities between the Mumbai attacks and the October 7th attack on Israel.
Scale of the Attack
- Hamas's October 7th attack was more than terrorism; it was a division-level military invasion.
- The attack involved over 4,000 Hamas terrorists, along with rocket fire and command and control.
Glee of Attackers
- John Spencer analyzed Hamas's GoPro footage, noting the terrorists' glee during the attack.
- This contrasted sharply with the behavior he observed in soldiers he had led in combat.