Israeli-Palestinian Conflict. Hamas-Israel War of 2023
On October 7, 2023, the anniversary of the 1973 War, Hamas began a massive missile barrage at key Israeli cities. Hamas soldiers crashed through the barriers that enclosed Gaza and struck at 22 different Israeli cities. They also attacked a Music Festival going on just near the Gaza border. By the time they were driven back, over a thousand Israelis had been killed. Perhaps a hundred and fifty were taken into Gaza as captives. This was the sixth Hamas-Israel combat. Most had left large numbers of dead Palestinians, many civilians, and few dead Israelis, mostly soldiers. This was different. It Was a deep psychological trauma for Israelis. How did this happen? Why did our intelligence agencies not anticipate this? After two days, I am offering my thoughts on the issues involved. On an almost hourly basis more information is being revealed so by the time you listen to this it may be dated. But I have tried to focus on some issues that are more long-term. I hope you find it of use. Thanks for listening. Glitch: The Easter Rising was 1916, not 1915. (I knew that. Why did I say 15?)
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict. Hamas-Israel War of 2023