Gaza Division's commander admits failure protecting residents

Colonel Haim Cohen, commander of the Northern Brigade of the Gaza Division, stated his and the brigade's failure to protect residents in his farewell speech. He is retiring from the Israel Defense Forces after completing his term. Cohen indicated that he had worked to implement lessons learned. He also claimed that approval from the Chief of Staff was required to fire a tank at an empty Hamas position. Cohen further stated that agreements were reached with Hamas, involving money and workers. This suggests a change in procedures or conditions compared to the past.