Repeating History: The Failures of 2006 Haunt Israel in Gaza
Boghail|| Yemeni Journali
Al-Hodeidah Express, August 7, 2025
The Second Lebanon War (2006) was not just a chapter from the past; it was a historical curse for the Zionist entity. Today, the Israeli enemy is returning to confront its ghosts in Gaza. As the conflict rages and failures accumulate, the scene appears like a broken mirror reflecting the same defeat. An investigation by Israel's Channel 11 reveals the truth about the failures of the temporary entity, which it committed in its aggression against Palestine and Lebanon after Operation Flood of Al-Aqsa. These failures are the same as those of 2006, especially in light of the escalating political debate over the fate of captured soldiers and the enemy army's failure to achieve its objectives.
This repetition of mistakes indicates that the Zionist entity has not learned from the experience of the past and is currently experiencing a scenario similar to the defeat it faced nearly two decades ago.
The investigation reveals that the 2006 war was a double failure and an intelligence scandal par excellence. The stated goal was to free the two kidnapped soldiers and destroy Hezbollah, according to the investigation, but the result was a defeat masquerading as a supposed victory. Instead of freeing the soldiers alive, Israel was forced to recover their bodies in a "painful" exchange. It also failed to destroy Hezbollah, but instead strengthened its power.
Today, this scenario is being repeated in Gaza, where Israel faces similar challenges, particularly regarding the issue of prisoners. The political confusion that prevailed in 2006 appears to be returning to haunt the current leadership, reflecting a lack of a clear vision for managing the conflict and achieving its stated objectives.
The report reveals testimonies from senior IDF officers who spoke of an "arrogant" and "inexperienced" military and political leadership that managed the 2006 war. This approach led to a sense of confusion and disorientation, making it difficult to determine whether the outcome was a victory or a defeat.
The abduction of soldier Gilad Shalit was not just a passing incident; it was the starting point for a rupture in confidence in the security establishment. The investigation confirms that Israel failed to prevent the abduction despite warnings, and then failed to find Shalit, leading to his captivity for more than five years before his release in a humiliating deal for more than a thousand Palestinian prisoners.
Today, 18 years later, Israel appears stuck in a time warp, facing similar challenges in Gaza. This confirms that military arrogance and political confusion still dominate the scene, and that the will and effectiveness of the resistance are more stable and resilient.