While Israel Slept, by Yaakov Katz tells the gripping inside story of how Hamas, Israel’s weakest enemy, succeed in launching a surprise attack on one of the world’s most powerful militaries. Through a detailed examination of the events leading up to October 7, 2023, the book offers a stark, sobering account of how overconfidence and complacency paved the way for disaster, while underscoring the critical lessons Israel must embrace to safeguard its future.
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Many thanks to Larry Muenz for leading this discussion.
Thanks to Judy Meritz for leading this month’s discussion. Please RSVP directly to Judy at judith.meritz@gmail.com so she knows to expect you!