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Ex-IDF Chief Halevi: Oct. 7 Was Avoidable Failure, Our Bombs Killed Hostages
Former IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi described the October 7 attack as an "avoidable failure" and revealed that IDF bombs killed Israeli hostages. He stated that military pressure in Gaza was crucial for hostage recovery and dismissed claims of betrayal.
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What happened
- 01Former IDF Chief Herzi Halevi called the October 7 attack an "avoidable failure."
- 02Halevi confirmed that IDF bombs killed some Israeli hostages in Gaza.
- 03He stated that military pressure in Gaza was necessary for hostage recovery.
- 04Halevi dismissed the idea of betrayal on October 7.
- 05He stressed the need for a thorough investigation into the events.
- 06Halevi noted Hamas's efforts to mislead Israel about its intentions.
Halevi emphasized the need for a comprehensive investigation into the events and noted that Hamas actively worked to create a false sense of security in Israel.
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