The article discusses a leaked audio recording featuring Major General Ahalong Hariba, the former Israeli military intelligence chief, where he states that the deaths of tens of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza, specifically referencing 50,000 casualties, are “needed and necessary for future generations.” He suggests each October 7th event, where Hamas attacked Israel, warrants the deaths of 50 Palestinians, regardless of their age.
Hariba, who resigned in April 2024 following the October 7 attack that left 1,200 Israelis dead, claims that the Israeli military should not be held accountable for the failures leading to this attack, placing blame on political leadership instead.
He later expressed regret over his comments, emphasizing that the recording does not reflect the entire situation. The remarks have sparked significant backlash, with Hamas condemning them and drawing attention to the accusations of genocide against Israel for its actions in Gaza. Many international leaders have criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the conflict, calling for an end to military actions in Gaza.
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