Breaking news: Israel knew Hamas’s attack plan more than a year ago

Israeli officials dismissed it as aspirational and ignored specific warnings.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story November 30, 2023 BREAKING NEWS Tamir Kalifa for The New York Times Israel Knew Hamas's Attack Plan More Than a Year Ago Israeli officials obtained Hamas's battle plan for the Oct. 7 terrorist attack more than a year before it happened, documents, emails and interviews show. But Israeli military and intelligence officials dismissed the plan as aspirational, considering it too difficult for Hamas to carry out. Read more Sign up for the Israel-Hamas War Briefing. The latest news about the conflict. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018