
Israel's Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi resigned, taking responsibility for security lapses that led to Hamas' surprise attack triggering the Gaza war. The attack on Oct. 7, 2023, resulted in the deadliest assault on Israel, claiming 1,200 lives and abducting 250 individuals, with over 90 captives still in Gaza. Halevi's resignation, effective March 6, came amid a ceasefire with Hamas, potentially ending the 15-month conflict.