Israeli Police on October 7 and the Battle of Sderot Police Station

December 06, 2024 00:41:49
Israeli Police on October 7 and the Battle of Sderot Police Station
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Israeli Police on October 7 and the Battle of Sderot Police Station

Dec 06 2024 | 00:41:49

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Show Notes

When thousands of Hamas militants invaded southern Israel on October 7, 2023, there were only 110 police officers on duty spread across hundreds of square kilometers, concentrated in four police stations and several other posts. Despite their relatively small numbers, these officers played a critical role that day. On this episode, John Spencer is joined by Israel Police Chief Superintendent Shlomi Chetrit, head of the Israel Police History and Heritage Branch, who discusses the role of the police on October 7, including their actions during the battle for the Sderot Police Station.

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