Paratroopers Brigade Commander Reflects on War, Vows 'Victory Picture' in Future Battles
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Colonel Roey Zweig-Lavi, commander of the Paratroopers Brigade, stated that the IDF failed against the drone threat and that ground maneuver is key to victory. He led his brigade back to Bint Jbeil, a place he fought in 20 years prior, aiming for a decisive outcome. Soldiers shared harrowing experiences from October 7th and subsequent battles, highlighting the brigade's resilience and lessons learned. Zweig-Lavi emphasized the importance of commanders leading from the front and providing mental health support, asserting the brigade's readiness for future operations.
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- Paratroopers Brigade Commander Roey Zweig-Lavi admitted the IDF failed against drones and the enemy learned faster.
- Zweig-Lavi led his brigade back to Bint Jbeil, a site of past battles, to achieve a decisive victory.
- Soldiers shared personal accounts of the October 7th attack and subsequent combat experiences.
- The brigade commander stressed the importance of ground maneuver for achieving tactical victories.
- He highlighted the need for commanders to lead from the front and support soldiers' mental well-being.
- Zweig-Lavi stated the brigade is prepared for future maneuvers, with the timing being the only question.
Colonel Roey Zweig-Lavi, commander of the Paratroopers Brigade, reflects on the ongoing conflict and the lessons learned since October 7th. He admits the IDF failed against the drone threat and emphasizes the importance of ground maneuver for decisive victories, citing Bint Jbeil and Rafah as examples of "victory pictures." Zweig-Lavi, who fought in Bint Jbeil during the Second Lebanon War 20 years ago, led his brigade back to the Hezbollah stronghold, aiming for a decisive outcome this time. He highlights the resilience and adaptability of his soldiers, emphasizing that the brigade's strength lies in its people.
Several soldiers shared their experiences, including Lt. Col. N., who was severely wounded on October 8th after an encounter with five terrorists. He recounted the initial chaos of October 7th and the difficult battles that followed. Captain A. discussed the moral dilemma of whether to rush into action or wait to be more effective, a question that still haunts him. He also spoke about the discovery of seven kidnapped individuals' bodies in Bint Jbeil, a mission led by a fallen comrade.
Team leader Sgt. D., who enlisted after October 7th, grew up learning from the war's lessons. He described the intense fighting in Bint Jbeil, noting the significant advancement in the brigade's capabilities compared to two decades prior. Sgt. N., a fighter in the Paratroopers Reconnaissance Unit, shared his personal experience of the October 7th attack on Kibbutz Re'im and his subsequent service, finding closure in fighting in Bint Jbeil, a place his father fought in twice.
Zweig-Lavi acknowledges the IDF's failure against drones, stating the enemy learned and surprised them. He also noted the extensive Hezbollah weaponry found in Lebanon, indicating a serious threat to northern Israel. Despite the heavy toll, Zweig-Lavi stresses the importance of commanders leading from the front and providing psychological support to soldiers. He believes the brigade is prepared for future operations, stating the question is not if, but when, they will be needed for further maneuvers.
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