Golani Brigade Commander Acknowledges Failure and Pain of October 7

The commander of the Golani Brigade, Colonel Ayyub Kof, issued a letter commemorating October 7, acknowledging the immense failure and pain of that day while also highlighting the heroism of fighters and commanders who rushed into fire to defend civilians. "October 7 is a day etched in the national memory and the heritage of the People's Brigade, the Golani Brigade, and it will remain so forever. A day of immense failure and pain, but also a day when fighters and commanders rose from surprise, ran into the fire, and defended civilians with their bodies," Kof wrote. He further emphasized the obligation to learn from the events of that day and to strengthen ties with bereaved families. "The memory of October 7 is not just a look back; it requires us to honestly examine what happened, to learn and to correct. It also obligates us in how we stand by the families who lost their dearest ones. We must improve and strengthen our connection with them, listen to them, give them a place, and ensure their loved ones and their stories remain alive and vibrant in the brigade's heritage."