DF Launches Investigation into October 7 Incident and Gaza War, Led by Former Defense Minister Shaul Mofaz

In a significant development, the Chief of Staff, Major General Hertzi Halevi, has taken decisive action by initiating a comprehensive investigation into the events of October 7 and the broader Gaza conflict. The investigative team, led by former Defense Minister Colonel (ret.) Shaul Mofaz, is set to delve into the intricacies of the ground maneuver preparations and the intense fighting within the Gaza Strip.

The team comprises key figures, including the experienced generals Yoav Har Even, Chief Executive Officer of the Rafael Company, the former head of the National Security Agency Aharon Zavi-Prakash, and the former Southern Command General Shalom (Sami) Turgeman. This formidable team is expected to shed light on the events surrounding October 7 and the subsequent military operations in Gaza.

Additional sub-teams are anticipated to emerge, focusing on specific issues within the investigation. External IDF investigations will run concurrently with internal probes already initiated in combat units involved in the maneuver and operations on October 7.

The IDF spokesman addressed the public, stating that while the investigation process has not yet commenced, the General Staff is diligently consolidating the planning phase. The selection of heads for the investigation teams is underway, and further details will be made public once the planning is finalized.

As the nation awaits the outcome of this extensive inquiry, the IDF's commitment to transparency and accountability in evaluating the October 7 incident and the Gaza War remains at the forefront of its mission.