Source is Israeli media.

They blame Hamas, stating they tricked people into running, while they themselves stood still, knowing that IDF would mistake the running crowds for Hamas.

https://www.ynet.co.il/news/article/b111niukzt

  • Tachanka [comrade/them]
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    8 months ago

    They're not running or retreating because they are scared, but because they feel they will lose to you now and want to flee before you've won

    not mutually exclusive tbh. Especially if you're under the impression that surrendering will lead to you being tortured until you wish you were dead.

    • GreenTeaRedFlag [any]
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      8 months ago

      I guess that is true, but from a tactical standpoint you have to assume they are doing it to achieve an objective.