Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:25pm on 30 Dec 2023,Saturday International
In a comprehensive investigation, the New York Times reveals troubling security lapses during the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel that left dozens dead. Israel's military was caught off guard and slow to respond to the large-scale Hamas assault. Soldiers were underprepared and coordination was poor, with improvised communication methods used. There was no plan to counter such an attack. Hamas strategically targeted key roads and bases, disrupting Israel's response. Standards and training of civilian guards and reservists were inadequate. The report shows Israeli forces relying on bravery over strategy, indicating a concerning lack of readiness. The investigation exposes severe lapses that enabled Hamas to inflict higher casualties during the deadly October attacks.
