MK Tropper Stunned by Students' Belief in Internal Betrayal on Oct. 7
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
Member of Knesset Hili Tropper was taken aback when seven students at a pre-military academy suggested internal betrayal occurred on October 7th. Tropper, visiting the academy, argued against the idea, highlighting the dedication of IDF commanders. He warned that believing in internal betrayal could destabilize the country by eroding trust in leadership. Tropper acknowledged the "terrible failure" of the attacks but attributed it to incompetence, not malice.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- MK Hili Tropper was surprised when seven students believed in internal betrayal on October 7th.
- Tropper argued against the idea of betrayal, citing the dedication of IDF commanders.
- He warned that belief in internal betrayal could destabilize the country.
- Tropper acknowledged the "terrible failure" of the October 7th attacks.
- He attributed the failure to incompetence, not malice.
Member of Knesset Hili Tropper, chairman of the Blue and White Party, was visiting a pre-military academy that integrates students from Haredi and secular backgrounds. During his visit, a student posed a question that deeply troubled Tropper: whether there was internal betrayal on October 7th. Tropper responded by questioning the premise, asking if the student believed IDF soldiers would murder and rape female observers, or if those at the Nova music festival were killed due to betrayal. To Tropper's shock and dismay, at least seven students raised their hands, indicating they believed betrayal was a factor. One student asserted that someone from within should have helped prevent the attacks. Tropper rejected the notion of betrayal, explaining to the young attendees that he knew commanders who had served the country for decades, sacrificing family time and risking their lives. He emphasized that the belief in betrayal undermines trust in leadership, stating, "You cannot hold a country together like this. The first thing that tears us apart internally is the thought that there are traitors among us working with Hamas." Tropper acknowledged the "terrible failure" of October 7th but insisted it was not due to malice, reiterating his familiarity with the individuals involved and their dedication to protecting Israelis.
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