# IDF sacks Gaza Division intel chief who held post on Oct. 7, citing grave command failures

- Published: 2026-09-17T21:06:35Z
- Updated: 2026-09-23T13:03:57Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: Haaretz — https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/israel-security/2026-09-18/ty-article/.premium/idf-sacks-gaza-division-intel-chief-on-oct-7-citing-grave-command-failures/000001a0-b08e-d91d-afeb-f8ce53f90000
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The head of the IDF Personnel Directorate decided to remove the officer, known as Lt. Col. A., from military service after he was dismissed from his command last year

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