Collapse of "Gideon's Chariots": Unveiled Document Reveals Strategic Shortcomings in Gaza Conflict

In a surprising turn of events, Operation "Gideon's Chariots," a three-phase campaign planned by the Israeli Security Cabinet, has failed to achieve its objectives in the Gaza Strip. The classified report, leaked by Israeli Channel 12, admits the operation's failure and raises serious concerns about the effectiveness of current strategies in the region.

The operation, which began in early May, aimed to defeat Hamas and free Israeli prisoners. However, the leaked report suggests that Hamas's combat tactics were more effective against Israel's conventional military approach. The failure was attributed to poor operational planning and an ineffective strategy against Hamas's guerrilla-style combat tactics.

One of the significant operational mistakes was the lack of a clear operational timeline, leading to disorganization and strategy failures. The plan involved using five different types of pressure on Hamas to negotiate a prisoner exchange and dismantle their military infrastructure. Yet, these strategies failed to yield the desired results.

Tens of thousands of reserve soldiers were called up to carry out the operation, with the hope of achieving quick results through a large-scale deployment. However, the operation did not meet its main goals, causing concern about the efficiency of Israel's strategies against Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

The failure of Operation "Gideon's Chariots" has sparked discussions about the effectiveness of Israel's military and political strategies in the Gaza Strip. Israeli military and political leaders are questioning the effectiveness of their strategies due to the operation's failure, with some admitting that a re-evaluation of tactics is necessary.

On a separate note, a humanitarian ship carrying activists, including Greta Thunberg, was stopped by the Israeli military while attempting to break the blockade of the Gaza Strip on June 8, 2025. The incident has further fuelled discussions about the impact of Israel's strategies on the civilian population in the Gaza Strip.

As the situation in the Gaza Strip remains uncertain, it is clear that a reassessment of Israel's strategies is needed to ensure a more effective and humane approach in the region. The failure of Operation "Gideon's Chariots" serves as a stark reminder of the need for a more thoughtful and strategic approach to the complex issues in the Gaza Strip.