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NDTV
4 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Hamas Struck Wrong Army Base In October 7 Attack After Navigation Error: Report
Tel Aviv: Hamas terrorists who infiltrated southern Israel during the October 7, 2023 massacre intended to capture a sensitive military intelligence base but made a critical navigation error that led them to attack the wrong target, according to an Israel Defense Forces investigation published Friday. The probe revealed that 10 Hamas infiltrators on five motorcycles were attempting to reach an intelligence facility located 16 kilometres from the Gaza border when they made a wrong turn at Urim Junction. Instead, they attacked an adjacent Home Front Command base, where eight Israeli soldiers were ultimately killed and several others wounded during a three-hour battle. "As a result, the terrorists carried out a killing spree inside the base until they were eliminated by IDF troops," the investigation stated. The probe concluded that while the defensive actions of soldiers and commanders ultimately foiled Hamas's original plans, "the base's defensive array was not properly prepared to handle such a broad infiltration and attack scenario." The Urim Base complex houses three separate units: the Home Front Command's Southern District headquarters, the 414th Combat Intelligence Collection Unit, and Unit 8200 of the Military Intelligence Directorate, known as Yarkon Base. Unit 8200 functions primarily as Israel's signals intelligence (SIGINT) and cyber intelligence division. Hamas had specifically targeted the intelligence facility, but the terrorists' navigational mistake redirected their assault to the Home Front Command installation. The attack began at 7:26 am when the terrorists detonated an explosive device on the base's eastern fence and breached the perimeter. At the time, only seven soldiers were on guard duty, though protocols called for 12, as it was a holiday weekend with minimal staffing. Two female soldiers who were conducting a shift change immediately took shelter following rocket alerts and remained hidden until the fighting concluded in the afternoon. Meanwhile, the terrorists quickly began their deadly assault, first killing Corporals Lior Levy and Ofir Davidian as they ran toward the command center, followed by Sergeant Itamar Ayash at the armory. The terrorists then methodically advanced toward the command center. At 8:02 am, the attackers fired a rocket-propelled grenade at the command center building, hitting a conference room window. They subsequently breached multiple steel doors protecting the facility's nerve center, killing Sergeant Major Aharon Farash, Captain Alina Pravosudova, Sergeant Shir Shlomo, and Sergeant Danit Cohen during intense close-quarters combat. The terrorists spent approximately 10 minutes searching the command center for classified information before departing, unaware they were in the wrong facility entirely. Reinforcements from the neighboring 414th Unit began arriving at 8:15 am, splitting into three teams to engage the attackers. The battle continued for over two hours, with additional forces from elite Unit 5515 and Tzeelim Training Base joining the fight. The last two terrorists were eliminated at 10:40 am while hiding in a bomb shelter near the district commander's office, ending the prolonged engagement. Colonel Asher Benishti, who conducted the year-and-a-half investigation, noted that the probe examined every available source of information, including footage taken by the terrorists themselves, soldiers' text messages, surveillance videos, and radio communications. Friday's report is the latest in a series of detailed army probes -- summaries of which have been released in recent weeks -- of how some 5,000 terrorists from Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad managed to attack numerous Israeli communities and overrun the army's border positions. The army's chain of command broke amid the chaos and soldiers were outnumbered. The investigations found that the army misunderstood Hamas's intentions for years, and as October 7 approached, intelligence about the looming attack was misinterpreted. The military was also more focused on threats from Iran and its proxy, Hezbollah in Lebanon. The IDF probes only deal with issues of operations, intelligence and command, not decisions made by the political echelon. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has resisted calls for an inquiry, saying he opposes a "politically biased" probe. Critics accuse Netanyahu of delaying the inquiry and trying to water down its mandate. At least 1,180 people were killed, and 252 Israelis and foreigners were taken hostage in Hamas's attacks on Israeli communities near the Gaza border on October 7. Of the 59 remaining hostages, 36 are believed to be dead.
Al Manar
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Yemeni Armed Forces Launch Hypersonic Missile at Ben Gurion Airport, Flights Forced to Reroute
The Yemeni Armed Forces announced on Sunday that they had launched a hypersonic ballistic missile targeting the Israeli occupation's so-called 'Ben Gurion Airport.' Military spokesperson Brigadier General Yahya Saree stated that the missile forces had conducted 'a qualitative military operation targeting Lod Airport, known in Israeli terminology as Ben Gurion Airport, in the occupied city of Jaffa.' He claimed the strike was successful, allegedly forcing 'millions of Zionist settlers into shelters' and disrupting operations at the airport. Brigadier Saree added that Yemen would continue to impose a ban on air traffic to Ben Gurion Airport, noting that 'most airlines' had complied with the restrictions in recent days, significantly impacting the airport's operations. 'The daily massacres committed against our brothers in Gaza compel the Yemeni people—with their proud nation, faithful leadership, and resisting army—to escalate military operations aimed at ending the aggression and lifting the siege on Gaza,' Saree concluded. Temporary Disruption at Ben Gurion Airport In response, the Israeli occupation army confirmed that a missile was launched from Yemen toward the occupied territories and claimed it had been intercepted. Israeli 'Home Front Command' reported that air raid sirens were activated in several occupied areas, including Jerusalem, Arad, Mevaseret Zion, Gush Etzion, and the Dead Sea region. Israeli media outlets reported that flight operations at Ben Gurion Airport were temporarily suspended following the missile launch. Flight tracking data showed at least four incoming flights circling off the occupied Palestinian coast, unable to land due to the alert.
Daily Mirror
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mirror
Israel comes under attack as 'missile fired from Yemen' triggers response
A missile has been launched at Israel from Yemen with defence systems activated to try and block the threat, authorities have confirmed. "The IDF has identified that a missile was launched from Yemen into Israeli territory. Defense systems are working to intercept the threat. Action must be taken according to Home Front Command guidelines," an IDF spokesperson said. It comes after Ben Gurion Airport in Israel came under attack from Yemen at the start of this month by Iranian-backed rebels. Terrifying footage showed the impact from a ballistic missile with black smoke bellowing across the sky after it hit a road near the airport's perimeter. , , , , or visit homepage.
See - Sada Elbalad
22-05-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Houthis Launch Dual Attacks on Israel, with Ben Gurion Airport among Targets
Ahmed Emam The military spokesperson for Yemen's Houthi Group, Yahya Saree, announced on Wednesday that a ballistic missile was launched at Israel's Ben Gurion Airport, marking a significant escalation in the group's ongoing campaign against Israel amid the war in Gaza. In a statement, Saree said that the missile strike was part of a broader 'double operation,' which also included drone attacks targeting two aerial facilities in the cities of Jaffa and Haifa, which he referred to as "occupied territories." Israel's Home Front Command reported that air raid sirens were activated in Jerusalem, the Dead Sea region, and Tel Aviv in response to what was described as a missile launch from Yemen. The Israeli military confirmed in a statement that it had successfully intercepted the missile. Israel's Channel 12 news reported that several inbound flights were forced to return mid-air after the missile alert, disrupting operations at Ben Gurion Airport. Earlier this week, the Houthi military spokesman declared the start of operations aimed at imposing a naval blockade on the port of Haifa, in response to what the group calls intensified Israeli aggression on Gaza. He urged all shipping companies to reconsider using the port, citing recent Houthi success in halting operations at Israel's southern port of Eilat. In recent months, the Houthis have increasingly asserted their involvement in the regional conflict, claiming repeated missile and drone attacks aimed at Israeli territory. They have also declared a full aerial blockade on Israel as retaliation for the ongoing military campaign in Gaza, which they accuse of causing severe humanitarian crises by blocking the delivery of food and medical aid. There has been no immediate confirmation from independent sources regarding the extent of damage from the Houthi strikes. Israel has yet to respond to the latest claims beyond confirming the interception. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
Jordan News
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Third Yemeni Missile Targets Israel Within 24 Hours - Jordan News
Israeli media reported that takeoffs and landings were suspended at Ben Gurion Airport on Wednesday following the launch of a missile from Yemen toward Israel. اضافة اعلان The Israeli military announced that the missile had been intercepted. According to Yedioth Ahronoth, this was the third missile launched from Yemen toward Israel within 24 hours. Israel's Home Front Command confirmed that air raid sirens sounded across central Israel, Jerusalem, and settlements in the West Bank.
