IDF Probe Reveals 40 Minutes Delay in Response to Nir Oz Attack on October 7

An internal investigation by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) into the events surrounding the attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 revealed critical failures in the military's response. The probe indicated that the first troops arrived at the kibbutz 40 minutes after the last terrorist had left the area. This delay was attributed to the geographic distance of Nir Oz from Israel’s center, as well as its smaller size compared to other border villages. The investigation highlighted that the military leadership did not fully comprehend the severity of the situation during the attack, resulting in inadequate troop deployment. Furthermore, the forces that were sent faced obstacles that delayed their arrival, exacerbating the situation during the attack.