## Israeli Intelligence Officer Exposes Hamas’ Deep Penetration and Counter-Espionage
The Israeli intelligence community is grappling with the aftermath of a major security breach, with an officer revealing that Hamas had achieved a “deep penetration” within the Israeli military, accessing highly confidential information. Describing the incident as a “double intelligence failure,” the officer expressed concern about potential counter-espionage operations by Hamas before the outbreak of the recent conflict on October 7, 2023.
According to the report, the officer, whose identity remains undisclosed, cited information from the Russian website “RT Arabic” claiming that Hamas had obtained sensitive information from within the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) itself. This revelation has sparked serious concerns within Israel about the vulnerability of their security apparatus.
The officer emphasized that Hamas had access to highly classified information regarding sensitive military sites and operations, highlighting the severity of the breach. He called for a thorough investigation into the origins and methods used by Hamas to infiltrate Israeli security.
The officer concluded by suggesting the possibility of a large-scale counter-espionage operation within Israel, implying the involvement of external forces in aiding Hamas in their intelligence gathering efforts. He urged authorities to address the issue seriously and conduct a comprehensive investigation post-conflict.