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conflictsecurity2 years ago

"Israeli Army Uncovers Largest-Ever Hamas Tunnel, Raising Questions on Intelligence Failures"

The discovery of a major Hamas tunnel shaft in Gaza, located just a few hundred meters from the heavily fortified Erez crossing and an Israeli military base, has raised questions about Israeli intelligence failures. The tunnel stretches over four kilometers, connects to a network across Gaza, and is wide enough for vehicles to pass through. It facilitated the transit of militants, vehicles, and supplies for the Oct. 7 attack that breached Israel's security defenses, resulting in the deaths of three soldiers and the kidnapping of others. The attack triggered a devastating war, and Israel's military and intelligence officials have faced criticism for failing to detect it. The tunnel was hidden under a garage, making it difficult to detect by drones and satellite images. The Israeli military plans to destroy the tunnel and continue hunting militants hiding in others.

via PBS NewsHour|
#conflictsecurity#gaza#hamas
conflictsecurity2 years ago

Examining Intelligence Oversights: Gender and Israeli Generals

Israeli military leadership is facing public scrutiny and criticism after reports revealed that senior officers ignored or dismissed intelligence reports about a major Hamas attack. The military obtained a copy of the battle plan used by Hamas during the attack but wrongly judged that they couldn't carry it out. While there are expectations of resignations or firings after the war, there has been little public outcry or protest against the political and military leadership. Trust in the military remains high among Jewish Israelis, and public anger has been blunted by the military's willingness to take responsibility for the failures.

via The New York Times|
#accountability#conflictsecurity#hamas-attack
politics2 years ago

Muir Grills Netanyahu on Intelligence Failures

In an exclusive interview with ABC News, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged his responsibility for the intelligence failures that led to his country being caught off guard by the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. Netanyahu admitted that his government did not live up to its task of protecting the people and stated that tough questions would be asked and answered. He also acknowledged that Israeli officials, including the defense minister and military intelligence chief, had taken responsibility for the intelligence failure. Netanyahu emphasized that responsibility would be allocated after the war.

via ABC News|
#benjamin-netanyahu#hamas-attack#intelligence-failures
security2 years ago

Intelligence Failures: Israel, Maine, and the U.S.

The New York Times has highlighted two cases, one involving Israeli intelligence failures prior to a Hamas attack and another involving local law enforcement and the U.S. Army's inability to prevent a mass shooting in Maine. In both instances, there were clear warnings and concerns about the individuals involved, but no effective action was taken. These cases underscore the challenges faced by police and military forces in keeping the public safe, and raise questions about the need for improved intelligence-gathering, mental health support, and gun control measures.

via Esquire|
#gun-control#intelligence-failures#law-enforcement
politics2 years ago

Senate Report Exposes FBI and Homeland Security's Failure to Address Jan. 6 Violence

A Senate panel report accuses the FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of "downplaying" and failing to adequately communicate the risks and warnings leading up to the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. The report highlights failures in intelligence analysis and sharing, comparing them to the pre-9/11 failures. It also criticizes the agencies for not adapting to the new reality of domestic terrorism as the primary threat to homeland security. The report reveals that federal officials had multiple pieces of intelligence warning about the risk of violence, but these warnings were either downplayed or lost in bureaucracy. The report points out that the attack was planned in plain sight on social media, and intelligence agencies failed to act despite receiving numerous warnings. The report also highlights finger-pointing among intelligence officials and blames the Capitol Police for some of the consequences.

via Yahoo News|
#dhs#fbi#intelligence-failures
politics2 years ago

Senate report reveals intelligence and law enforcement failures preceding Jan. 6 Capitol attack.

A Senate report has revealed that intelligence agencies failed to anticipate the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol, even as the building was being stormed. The report said that intelligence personnel at the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and other agencies ignored warnings of violence in December 2020. The report concluded that there is a "clear need ... for a reevaluation of the federal government’s domestic intelligence collection, analysis, and dissemination processes."

via Reuters.com|
#donald-trump#homeland-security#intelligence-failures
politics2 years ago

Senate Report Reveals FBI and Homeland Security's Ignored Intelligence Prior to Jan. 6 Attack

A Senate report released on Tuesday reveals that the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security ignored a "massive amount" of intelligence information leading up to the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The report highlights how the agencies failed to recognize and act on warnings of potential violence, including a tip about the Proud Boys planning to "literally kill people." The intelligence community's failure to fully assess the severity of the threat and their inability to imagine the Capitol being breached were cited as major shortcomings. The report emphasizes the need for a reevaluation of domestic intelligence collection and dissemination processes. Both agencies have defended their actions and stated that changes have been made to strengthen intelligence analysis and information sharing.

via Detroit News|
#department-of-homeland-security#fbi#intelligence-failures
politics2 years ago

Senate report exposes intelligence and law enforcement failures leading up to Jan. 6 Capitol attack.

A Senate Homeland Security Committee report released by Democrats details how the FBI, Department of Homeland Security, and other federal agencies repeatedly ignored, downplayed, or failed to share warnings of violence before the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol. The report, entitled "Planned in Plain Sight," highlights and adds to evidence already uncovered by the now-defunct House Jan. 6 committee, news reporting, and other congressional work to provide the most comprehensive picture to date of a cascading set of security and intelligence failures that culminated in the deadliest assault on the Capitol in centuries.

via The New York Times|
#department-of-homeland-security#fbi#intelligence-failures
politics2 years ago

Senate report exposes FBI and DHS failures in Jan. 6 warning.

A new Senate committee report titled “Planned in Plain Sight” criticizes the FBI and Department of Homeland Security for failing to believe the intelligence tips they received before the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. The report expands on previous findings about red flags missed in the weeks leading up to the pro-Trump riot and offers fresh examples of warnings and information that went unheeded. The report concludes that federal officials were too focused on specific tips and failed to adequately consider the sheer volume of vague but violent online conversation.

via The Washington Post|
#capitol-riot#dhs#fbi
politics2 years ago

Senate report exposes intelligence and law enforcement failures leading up to Jan. 6 Capitol attack.

The FBI and DHS failed to properly assess the severity of threats leading up to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot and did not issue sufficient warnings based on available intelligence, according to a Senate Homeland Security Committee report. The agencies were faulted for downplaying known dangers, hesitating in their techniques based on past problems, and being averse to more widely sharing what was known. The report echoes previous findings on intelligence failures and highlights the need for better coordination and communication among agencies.

via ABC News|
#dhs#fbi#intelligence-failures