October 7th attack surprised everyone and destroyed some myths about Israel's defense.
The Attack
A report from a Russian newspaper called Vzglyad revealed that the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) carried out a surprise attack on Israel. This attack confused the international community and shattered some beliefs about Israel's defense in just a few hours.
How Did They Do It?
The writer of the article, Yevgeny Krutikov, explained that Hamas fighters crossed the Gaza border and broke through the barbed wire and metal barriers. Hamas fighters even used steamboats and strange parachutes to infiltrate from the sea. It was like something out of a movie!
Meanwhile, Israeli reserve soldiers were stationed near the Gaza border, but their fortified points and military bases were left without proper security or guard service. This made it easier for the attackers to get in.
Weak Points
According to the article, Israeli defense points are basically barracks behind a fence, with a tower that has a machine gun controlled from inside. But guess what? A simple quadcopter dropped a grenade on the tower and took out the defense unit.
After that, Hamas fighters entered the barracks and started firing at the Israeli soldiers. They even managed to cut off communication between many of the defense sites in just one hour. It was chaos!
The Rockets and Iron Dome
At the same time, thousands of rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip towards Israel. This exposed the weaknesses of the Iron Dome system, which was supposed to protect Israel from missile attacks. Turns out, when thousands of rockets are launched, even the most advanced defense system can't handle it.
The writer explained that even though the rockets were considered "primitive," they overwhelmed the defense system. The Iron Dome couldn't shoot down all the rockets at once. It was a big problem for Israel.
The Aftermath
As a result of the attack, the Palestinians managed to destroy Israel's defense line against Gaza in just three hours. They even moved deeper into the occupied territories and took captives. It was a huge blow to Israel's security.
The writer mentioned that the way the attack was carried out showed that the Palestinian fighters had planned everything in advance. They knew the area well and had been preparing for at least six months. This shows a major failure on the part of Israeli intelligence.
Israel's Options
Now, Israel has two options: either invade the Gaza Strip by land or limit themselves to missile attacks from the air. Neither option is ideal, and Israel is facing a tough decision.
The writer believes that these events could change the entire military and political structure in the region. New alliances and front lines might emerge as a result. It's a big deal!
The October 7 attack on Israel shattered some myths about their defense. It showed that even the most advanced systems can have weaknesses. It's a reminder that things aren't always as they seem.
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Source: Russian press
