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Haaretz leaks and strike outcomes
The Haaretz newspaper revealed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received a direct warning from Emirati President Mohammed bin Zayed about ten days before the October 7, 2023 attack. The warning indicated the possibility of Hamas launching a major battle against Israel, led by Yahya Sinwar. The communication between bin Zayed and Netanyahu lasted approximately 45 minutes, during which bin Zayed expressed concerns about bloodshed and regional destabilization resulting from the potential operation. However, Netanyahu assured that Israel was in control of the situation and that a response might come from the West Bank, emphasizing that Israel was prepared for all scenarios. This revelation highlights the severity of the warning and the Israeli government's neglect of it, especially since it was not elevated to the security level. This suggests a continued strategy of deception and obfuscation, even as the information was conveyed to Palestinian and Israeli leaders. Hamas was clear in its messages about its intentions to attack, despite efforts to deceive and its preparations for war. The investigation confirms that Israel's underestimation of Hamas warnings and misjudgment of the ultimate threat contributed to its failure on October 7. This occurred amid growing signs of escalation within the Palestinian arena, against a backdrop of complex regional, internal, and Israeli tensions.
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