Golani Brigade Commander Calls for Honest Reflection and Improvement Post-October 7

The commander of the Golani Brigade, Colonel Ayub Qayuf, issued a letter to the brigade's personnel marking October 7, addressing both the failures and the heroism of that day. Qayuf stated that the memory of October 7 compels an honest look at what happened, with the aim of learning and making corrections. He described the date as etched into national memory and the heritage of the Golani Brigade, acknowledging it as a day of immense failure and pain, but also one where soldiers and commanders rose to the occasion, ran towards the fire, and defended civilians with their bodies.

Since that day, Qayuf noted, the brigade has been fighting continuously and has paid a heavy price, losing many of its best men. He emphasized that the brigade's foundation rests on three pillars: people, professionalism, and the "Golani spirit." He stressed that October 7 demands learning from past events and making corrections without fear or excuses, asserting a commitment to being the best.

Qayuf further highlighted that remembrance cannot be limited to commemoration alone, stating that the memory of October 7 requires looking honestly at the past to learn and improve. He also addressed the commitment to bereaved families, calling for improved connection, listening to them, giving them a place, and ensuring their loved ones and their stories remain alive within the brigade's heritage.

He concluded by promising continued support for the wounded and their families, learning from the past, and fighting until victory, characterizing this as their duty and the embodiment of the Golani spirit. Qayuf committed the brigade to continuous improvement and ongoing combat until victory, ending with "Golani forever!"