Outgoing military chief Herzi Halevi has called for a broader examination of the failures that led to the October 7, 2023, attack as Israel transitions to new military leadership. Eyal Zamir, the newly sworn-in military chief, acknowledged the challenges ahead, indicating that although Hamas has been significantly weakened, they have not yet been defeated. The current ceasefire discussions are complicated, with Israel seeking to extend it to achieve the release of remaining captives while Hamas insists on fulfilling the terms of earlier agreements before further negotiations.
Zamir said he was ready for the challenges ahead, noting that while Hamas has indeed suffered a severe blow it has not yet been defeated.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is determined to achieve victory in its war amid ongoing tensions in Gaza over the expired ceasefire.
The first phase of the multistage truce has allowed the exchange of 33 Israeli captives for about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, but fighting could resume without a new agreement.
Official inquiries are examining the failures leading up to the October 7 attack as Israel grapples with military leadership changes and ongoing conflict.
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