Every failure in preventing Hamas attack on Israel will be thoroughly examined

The Israeli State Comptroller to Investigate Failures Leading to Terrorist Attacks

The ​Israeli​ state ​comptroller announced on Wednesday that his office will examine the “multi-system failures” ​that ⁢permitted ​the Oct.‌ 7‍ terrorist attacks ⁣to occur.

Matanyahu Englman’s ‌office will investigate the conduct of⁢ the government’s⁢ security Cabinet, that of policymakers and the military on Oct. 7 itself, intelligence preparedness⁢ prior to‍ Oct. 7, the defense posture on the Gaza border, the ‍preparedness of the civilian​ security squads in the Gaza border ‍region before the war, the funding of Hamas, and the lack of equipment ⁣for⁤ IDF soldiers, according⁤ to the Times of Israel.

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“The nature of the ⁤massacre, its repercussions, ⁢and the failures emerging in ‌connection‌ with it to this day, as well as our⁤ moral and ethical duty to the fallen, the wounded, ⁣the kidnapped, and the soldiers who put their lives on the line⁢ and fight to‍ defend ‌their⁢ homeland … require‌ the State Comptroller’s scrutiny of ⁣the personal responsibility of all ⁢ranks ​— civilian, military and governmental,” he said on Wednesday.

Englman ⁤said, ​“No ⁣stone will be left unturned” ‌in determining “personal ‍responsibility” for the “failures on​ all levels — ‌policy, military and‍ civilian.”

The⁤ comptroller’s ‍office will also ​look into⁤ the‍ government’s actions since ⁢the attacks that resulted in roughly 1,200 deaths, civilian evacuations from the communities closest to the borders with Gaza and Lebanon, saving the injured and collecting and identifying the victims, and others.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ⁤Netanyahu ⁢has declined to take responsibility for the attack, instead pointing to after the war for accountability.

“I’ve⁤ already‍ addressed that many times, ​and I said this whole question will be addressed after the ‍war,”‌ he​ said on CNN in mid-November. “Well, I said that I’m ​going to answer ‍all​ the questions that are required, including the questions of⁤ responsibility. There’ll be enough ⁤time for ⁢that after the war.‍ Let’s focus on victory. That’s⁢ my responsibility⁤ now.”

A number of other Israeli⁣ officials ⁣have accepted‌ their responsibility for the attack.

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Israel Defense Forces chief of staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, ​military intelligence chief Aharon Haliva, Ronen ‌Bar, director of the Shin Bet intelligence ⁣agency, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, his predecessor, Benny Gantz,⁢ and former Prime‌ Minister Naftali Bennett all did.

The prime ​minister also posted ‌on X, the platform previously known as Twitter, in October that he was told “several times” by the intelligence community that ⁤“Hamas is deterred,” though he later deleted the ⁣post and apologized.

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‌ Cal obligations, require us to conduct a thorough examination”, ‌said Englman in a statement. The⁢ investigation comes in response to the deadly terrorist attacks that took place on October ⁤7th, resulting in​ the loss of numerous‌ lives and significant damage to national security.

The Israeli State Comptroller’s Office is an independent entity responsible for overseeing ​the actions of governmental bodies, ensuring transparency,⁢ accountability, and efficiency in their operations. By launching this investigation, Englman aims to shed light on the failures and shortcomings within different branches ‍of the government that contributed to the occurrence of these terrorist attacks.

One of the areas that will be thoroughly examined ⁤is the conduct of the government’s security Cabinet. ⁤The decisions and actions taken by policymakers and⁣ the military on October 7th will be scrutinized to understand their⁣ role in preventing or mitigating the attacks. Additionally, the level of⁣ intelligence preparedness prior to the attacks will be assessed, as ⁣it plays a vital role in timely and‌ accurate threat assessment.

The defense posture on the Gaza border will also be evaluated, as⁤ the attacks were carried out ⁢in that ⁢region. The investigation will examine if adequate measures were put in place to protect ⁤the ​border and respond effectively⁢ to any security threats. Moreover,⁤ the ⁢preparedness of civilian security squads in the Gaza border region will be ⁢assessed to determine ⁣if they were equipped and trained adequately to handle such incidents.

The funding of Hamas, the organization responsible ⁤for orchestrating the attacks, will also be investigated. Identifying the sources and channels of financing will⁢ provide crucial insights into how terrorist groups operate​ and sustain their activities. Disrupting their financial ⁤networks is an essential step toward combating terrorism effectively.

Furthermore, the lack of ​equipment for IDF soldiers will​ be examined. It is crucial to ensure that the Israeli Defense Forces have the necessary⁤ resources to carry out their ‍duties and protect the nation effectively. Addressing the gaps‌ in equipment‌ provisions will enhance the overall level of readiness⁤ and ‌minimize vulnerabilities.

Englman’s commitment to investigating these failures reflects the‍ value ​Israel places on accountability ​and learning from past mistakes.⁢ By​ thoroughly examining the ⁤events leading up to the terrorist attacks, the Israeli State Comptroller’s Office aims to identify​ areas in need of improvement‍ and recommend necessary changes to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The Israeli public and‍ international community eagerly await the findings⁤ and recommendations of this investigation. It is imperative that any shortcomings or negligence identified during the scrutinization process are rectified⁣ promptly to enhance national security and ⁤safeguard the lives of Israeli citizens.

In conclusion, the decision of the ⁤Israeli State Comptroller to​ initiate an investigation into​ the ⁤failures ⁢that led ⁢to the terrorist attacks on October‌ 7th demonstrates the commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement within ⁣the Israeli government. By investigating the conduct of various authorities and addressing​ crucial issues such as intelligence preparedness,​ defense ‍posture, and‌ equipment provisions, the ​goal ‍is to significantly⁢ enhance ⁢the country’s ability to prevent and respond to future terrorist threats.