Israeli Intelligence Heritage Center Opens Exhibition Revealing Hamas' October 7 Attack Plans
A unique exhibition has opened at the Intelligence Heritage Center in Glilot, showcasing captured documents, operational orders, weapons, and other items from Hamas militants involved in the October 7 attacks. Retired Brigadier General Yuval Halamish, CEO of the State Center for Commemoration, Heritage, and Intelligence Research (MALM), explained that the exhibit spans about 600 square meters underground and vividly documents the preparations and execution of the brutal massacre carried out by Hamas and allied Palestinian terror groups on that day.
The exhibition traces the indoctrination of hatred against Jews from early childhood through workshops and camps, culminating in recruitment as militants. It displays operational orders, aerial photos of targeted Israeli communities, and equipment such as pickup trucks, motorcycles, and combat gear used by Hamas' Nukhba unit. Items prepared for kidnapping Israelis, including syringes, handcuffs, and stun guns, are also on display, alongside various breaching tools.
The exhibit was developed in cooperation with the IDF Intelligence Directorate and MALM. Visitors experience a timeline starting with graffiti depicting the peaceful border region, progressing through rooms with photos and videos illustrating Hamas' detailed plans. Visits are by guided groups only, for ages 20 and above, due to the graphic nature of the content.
Halamish emphasized that the documents clearly reveal Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's intentions to kill, kidnap, and demoralize Israeli civilians. The plans were meticulously detailed years before the attack, including operational orders for each community and aerial reconnaissance. Sinwar had hoped for Hezbollah's Nasrallah to join the assault but was disappointed. The attack aimed to extend beyond the Gaza border toward central Israel, but Israeli police, civilians, and military forces managed to halt the militants' advance.
So far, around 6,000 visitors have toured the exhibit. Halamish invites the public to come and remember the harsh reality of October 7, stressing the importance of educating foreign guests who may not fully understand the events. "We cannot sugarcoat what happened," he said, "but we must show the world the truth."
