Revealed: IDF Ignored Key Warnings Before Hamas Attack
The Media Line’s Keren Setton reports on Israel’s failure to prevent Hamas’ attack on October 7, which left about 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals dead, thousands injured, and around 250 kidnapped. Despite intelligence warnings, including a document from the IDF Gaza division predicting the attack, the army was unprepared. The attack, occurring on a Jewish holiday, saw a disorganized and slow military response, leading to severe public criticism. Testimonies and documents revealed that some intelligence officers were aware of the threat but did not act.
Roni Eshel, a soldier killed during the attack, had warned of vulnerabilities such as broken surveillance cameras and holes in the barrier wall. Her father, Eyal Eshel, criticized military leaders for ignoring these warnings. The head of the IDF military intelligence unit resigned in April, taking responsibility for the failure. Reports suggest that senior commanders dismissed Hamas exercises seen by surveillance soldiers as nonthreatening.
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The attack’s aftermath has led to calls for a national inquiry committee, resisted by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies. Professor Kobi Michael emphasizes the need for a comprehensive investigation to address both military and political failures. Setton’s detailed reporting highlights the urgent need for Israel to reassess its strategies to avoid future tragedies.
For a deeper understanding of the events and their implications, read Keren Setton’s full article on The Media Line.
