Declassified: Israel shares step-by-step guide of Hamas' inhumane and barbaric October 7 massacre

The IDF's revelation provides a chilling insight into the callous methods employed by Hamas during the October 7, 2023, massacre. This shocking disclosure underscores the need for global awareness and action against acts of terrorism and violence.

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First Published Oct 25, 2023, 6:25 PM IST | Last Updated Oct 25, 2023, 6:25 PM IST

In a shocking revelation, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) shared a step-by-step account of Hamas' gruesome activities during the inhumane massacre that took place on October 7, 2023. The IDF's disclosure sheds light on the horrific tactics employed by the Palestinian militant organization, leaving the world aghast.

Step 1: Gathering

The first step in this brutal operation involved the gathering of hostages. Hamas terrorists were instructed to gather the hostages in various locations, ensuring that each group of terrorists finished their grim task of "purifying" their operating areas.

Step 2: Entering and Controlling Inside the Area

Once the hostages were gathered, the next stage involved the terrorists entering and taking control of the area. The chilling instructions included binding the wrists or ankles of the hostages, strict blindfolding, and creating shock by using firearms. The order was clear: "Kill anyone that may pose a threat or cause a disturbance."

Step 3: Security

Security was a paramount concern for the terrorists during this gruesome event. They were directed to search the hostages, taking their identification and other personal details. Some of the hostages were then gathered in the area and used as human shields, ensuring they were in plain sight. Women and babies were separated and isolated from the men.

Step 4: Supplies

To sustain the operation, the terrorists were instructed to collect as much food and drink as possible. Notably, they were explicitly warned not to use their own supplies to feed the hostages, a grim indication of their disregard for human life.

Step 5: Camouflage and Hiding

Maintaining secrecy was critical for the terrorists. The instructions emphasized the importance of not revealing the number of kidnappers, their weapons, the count of the wounded or the dead, or their communications with the outside world. Additionally, they were urged to set fire to numerous locations to further obscure their activities.

Step 6: Communication

Communication played a vital role in coordinating this gruesome event. The terrorists were directed to ensure a live broadcast between the groups and orders in the field, using a variety of local and other communication techniques.

The chilling steps culminated in the horrific events of October 7, 2023, leaving a trail of devastation and tragedy.

Step 7: Live Broadcast

On that fateful day, Hamas carried out a direct transfer of images using various communication techniques, ensuring that the attackers were able to document their actions. The terrorists were warned not to waste the camera's battery and storage, emphasizing their commitment to capturing the grim event.

Step 8: Negotiations

Despite their inhumane actions, the terrorists were instructed not to engage in negotiations in the field if possible, indicating a lack of willingness to find peaceful resolutions.

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