The Intelligence from The Economist
Israel reels: a bloody assault
Oct 9, 2023
Anshul Pfeffer, The Economist's correspondent in Jerusalem, offers deep insights into the violent upheaval stemming from a recent Hamas attack. Alongside Ed Carr, the publication's deputy editor, they discuss the shocking civilian toll and Israeli intelligence failures. They draw parallels to the Yom Kippur War and explore the geopolitical fallout, including shifts in regional diplomacy and the future of Israeli security strategies amidst rising tensions with Hamas and Fatah.
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- The recent attack by Hamas has exposed the vulnerabilities of Israel's defense capabilities and disrupted the country's regional diplomacy efforts.
- The aftermath of this attack raises questions about possible shifts in Israeli leadership and policies moving forward.
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