In a significant development, the Israeli military has published a report highlighting massive failures surrounding the October 7 attack by Hamas. Investigations reveal that the IDF was caught off guard, with thousands of militants overrunning entire divisions. The report admits to a ‘complete failure’ in intelligence and preparedness, acknowledging that warning signs were ignored. This revelation has led to political fallout, with calls for a state inquiry and scrutiny of leadership decisions. The IDF chief has taken responsibility for the failures, and the findings suggest years of misconceptions about Hamas contributed to the lack of readiness. As tensions remain high, discussions regarding the next steps in peace talks continue amid criticisms of the military’s handling of the situation.