Israeli military acknowledges failure to prevent Hamas attack

The Israeli military has admitted to a "complete failure" in preventing the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, which resulted in hundreds of Israeli deaths and a prolonged conflict in Gaza. An internal report revealed significant misjudgments about Hamas's capabilities and intentions. The military underestimated Hamas, believing it had limited attack routes and was more focused on governance. In reality, Hamas had over 60 routes and had planned the attack for years. Signs of an impending assault were missed, contributing to the chaos during the attack. The report criticized the military's overconfidence and lack of critical assessment. While it did not blame individual soldiers, it may lead to significant changes in military leadership, with some high-ranking officers already resigning.