Israeli army misjudged Hamas' capabilities before attack

An Israeli military investigation found that the army underestimated Hamas before the October 7 attack, which resulted in significant casualties. The military believed Hamas was a limited threat and did not anticipate a large-scale offensive. The report highlights that military planners misjudged Hamas' capabilities and intentions, leading to a lack of preparedness. It revealed that Hamas had over 60 attack routes, contrary to the military's assumptions of only eight. The military's chief of staff accepted responsibility for the failures, and the report suggests reforms in military intelligence and strategy. It does not assign blame to individual soldiers but may lead to changes in military leadership.