Hamas October 7th Attack

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IDF Chief of Staff Resigns, Accepting Blame for October 7th Failures

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi announced his resignation, effective March 6, 2025, citing responsibility for the October 7th military failures. Despite significant achievements, including the liberation of hostages and the weakening of Hamas and Hezbollah, Halevi acknowledged the October 7th shortcomings as a lasting burden. He highlighted the IDF’s successes across multiple fronts while emphasizing the ongoing need to achieve all war objectives, including the return of all hostages and improved security conditions. Following Halevi’s announcement, the head of Southern Command also resigned.

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John Q. Hosedrinker
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Hamas’s Seven-Year Gaza Plot: A Calculated Risk That Backfired

Hamas’s meticulously planned October 7th attack stemmed from seven years of intelligence gathering in Gaza border towns. This extensive operation allowed them to compile a detailed dossier on Israeli civilian life, including the precise locations of residences, the presence of pets, family sizes, and the security measures in place at kibbutzim.

This level of detail suggests a long-term strategy, far exceeding a simple, spur-of-the-moment attack. The sheer volume of information gathered indicates a calculated plan, meticulously executed over years of observation and infiltration. The knowledge acquired was clearly meant for strategic targeting.

The surprising aspect isn’t the attack itself, but Hamas’s apparent miscalculation of Israel’s response.… Continue reading

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