cross-posted from: https://lemmy.crimedad.work/post/103453

IDF Ordered Hannibal Directive on October 7 to Prevent Hamas Taking Soldiers Captive.

'There was crazy hysteria, and decisions started being made without verified information': Documents and testimonies obtained by Haaretz reveal the Hannibal operational order, which directs the use of force to prevent soldiers being taken into captivity, was employed at three army facilities infiltrated by Hamas, potentially endangering civilians as well.>>