Eyewitness Claims Iranian Revolutionary Guards Participated in Nahal Oz Attack, IDF Denies

Eyal Eshel, father of the late observer Roni Eshel, alleges that Iranian Revolutionary Guards and Persian-speaking militants were involved in the October 7 attack on the Nahal Oz outpost near Gaza. He states that his family recently received this information from various sources, including individuals who were present at the outpost during the assault. Eshel criticizes the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) for not thoroughly investigating or interviewing all soldiers who fought in the battles around Gaza on that day, suggesting many testimonies remain unheard even nearly three years later.

The IDF responded by denying any knowledge of Iranian involvement in the Nahal Oz raid. This claim, if verified, would mark a significant escalation in the nature of the attackers during the October 7 events. The Nahal Oz outpost was the site of a deadly attack that resulted in numerous casualties, including the death of Roni Eshel, who was serving as an observer.

Eshel's statements highlight ongoing concerns about the completeness of the IDF's post-attack investigations and the potential involvement of foreign actors in the conflict. The issue remains sensitive as families seek answers about the circumstances surrounding the attack and the identities of all participants.