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Herzi Halevi
'Got to give it to Hamas': Ex-IDF chief acknowledges military failures in October 7 massacre
In closed-door meeting, Herzi Halevi admits military failed to anticipate terror group's attack, revealing forces arrived only after terrorists had left; internal probe finds Hamas used humanitarian gestures to mislead Israel before attack
Ynet
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03.16.25
Shattered military and many challenges await IDF's new chief of staff
Analysis: Nine months into his tenure, outgoing military chief Herzi Halevi leaves behind an army grappling with its darkest moment; new IDF chief Eyal Zamir will need to navigate a fractured institution and restore public trust so viscerally eroded following October 7
Yossi Yehoshua
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03.05.25
New IDF chief Zamir: 'Hamas has not yet been defeated'
The former tank officer comes into office with wide range of crises and challenges: Threat of renewed fighting in Gaza, hostage deal and U.S. coordination over possible strike in Iran
Yoav Zitun
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03.05.25
There were 5 warning signs the night before the Hamas invasion, but IDF officials explained them away
To understand intelligence failure that led to October 7, it is enough to examine the evening and night before attack; IDF probe shows how those few hours encapsulates the entire flawed intelligence assessment; 'The border was so quiet that I had nothing to write in my daily report'
Yoav Zitun
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02.28.25
Military intelligence thought it 'knew everything'; IDF chief knew nothing about 'Jericho Wall'; Hamas exploited intelligence gaps, caught Israel off guard | Investigations into Oct. 7 failure
Military releases investigation into the failures leading up to and during the October 7 Hamas attack, says surprise and operational collapse on October 7 were more severe than those of the 1973 Yom Kippur War; no senior officials have been dismissed and calls for an independent inquiry remain blocked
Yoav Zitun
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02.27.25
Outgoing IDF chief leaves for US visit to discuss 'strategic and operational issues'
Maj. Gen. Herzi Halevi will arrive in the US for an official and final visit as he concludes his term, where he will meet with senior Pentagon officials and discuss coordination with them against threats led by Iran
Yoav Zitun
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02.16.25
Incoming IDF Chief of Staff: '2025 will continue to be a year of combat'
Eyal Zamir, set to become the 24th IDF chief of staff, said Israeli will produce its own weapons and emphasized the need to reduce reliance on foreign arms; He faces major challenges, including Gaza, Iran and integration of ultra-Orthodox Jews into the military
Elisha Ben Kimon
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02.02.25
Hamas has recruited over 10,000 new operatives since October 7, report says
Despite losing 20,000 fighters during the war, terror group recruits 10,000-15,000 new operatives, most of whom lack military training; US and Israeli officials emphasize ongoing challenges posed by Hamas while noting limitations in weaponry and operational capabilities
Daniel Edelson, New York, Reuters
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01.25.25
Exclusive: Despite IDF warning of rocket strike, Nova party not shut down, new information revealed
Protecting intelligence sources prioritized over indications of possible rocket attack, cross border incursions and fire on gas rig; only minor steps taken, according to new details in miliary probes of Oct. 7 failings
ynet
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01.23.25
Herzi Halevi deserves thanks for his service, now its time to turn IDF into attack dog
Opinion: While Israel must salute the outgoing chief of staff, his replacement is required to reshape the IDF's defensiveness and break the military's conception for taking action
Amihai Attali
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01.22.25
IDF chief of staff resigns; 'Failings of military on October 7 will haunt me for life'
Herzi Halevi says informed defense minister of his intention to end his tenure as the head of the military after accepting responsibility for IDF failings on October 7 and after achievements in the war
Elisha Ben Kimon
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01.21.25
IDF deputy chief of staff requests to end his tenure next month as planned
Major General Amir Baram writes to the Chief of Staff and asks to conclude his position, while implicitly criticizing Halevi. My contribution as Deputy Chief of Staff is limited,'
Ronen Bergman
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01.10.25
Katz gives IDF deadline for Oct. 7 probe
Defense minister instructs military chief to hand over all finding of inquiries already completed; in statement defense minister says they must be made public while government and coalition refuse national commission of inquiry
Yoav Zitun
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12.19.24
IDF chief: 'Exerting pressure on Hamas daily to ensure return of hostages'
Speaking to troops in Rafah, Halevi says military intensifying operations to dismantle Hamas and secure return of remaining 100 hostages, emphasizes need for stronger security frameworks to support displaced residents returning to communities near Gaza
Yoav Zitun
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12.18.24
IDF establishes a reserve division for troops aged 38-58 to bolster border defense
The David Brigades was created to prevent enemy infiltrations like the one on October 7; It consists of five reserve brigades, and is set to strengthen border defenses and respond rapidly to threats, with operational readiness targeted for 2025; 'Struggling to meet recruitment targets'
Yoav Zitun
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12.17.24
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