The Take Another Take: October 7 - Al Jazeera investigates
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Oct 11, 2025 Richard Sanders, a producer-director at Al Jazeera's Investigative Unit and director of the documentary 'October 7', unpacks the critical investigation into that fateful day. He details the timeline of events, highlighting the initial breach by Hamas and the miscalculations by Israeli intelligence. Sanders explores the chaos that ensued, the response of the military, and the shocking narratives that emerged. He analyzes claims of atrocities, the implications of Hamas’s motivations, and the ongoing human cost in Gaza, providing a compelling reassessment of a pivotal event.
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Lurid Claims Drove The Narrative
- The film finds Hamas committed clear human rights abuses but many lurid post-event stories were false.
- Those false stories shaped international justification for the assault on Gaza.
How The Attack Unfolded That Morning
- Hamas fighters breached at least 10 points, overrunning military bases and catching many soldiers unarmed.
- Fighters then moved into kibbutzim, settlements and a nearby music festival, taking numerous hostages.
Israeli Strikes Put Hostages At Risk
- Reporting suggests the Israeli army applied a Hannibal-style protocol risking strikes on hostages.
- Richard Sanders' analysis found at least one confirmed hostage death from Israeli helicopter fire and many unclear cases.