Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:40pm on 22 Apr 2024,Monday International
Israeli military intelligence chief Major General Aharon Haliva steps down, taking responsibility for lapses leading to deadliest attack in Israel's history on 7 October. Haliva calls for state commission of inquiry to investigate circumstances. Haliva's resignation sets stage for potential fallout from top security officials. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu promises accountability. Hamas attack resulted in over 1,200 casualties, mostly civilians. Haliva's retirement pending selection of successor. Israeli Defense Forces continue investigations into intelligence failures.
