"The IDF failed in its primary mission on October 7th to protect the civilians of the State of Israel," Zamir said, referring to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). "This is a severe, resounding, systemic failure, relating to decisions and conduct on the eve of the event and during it," he said. "The lessons of that day are numerous and significant, and they must serve as our compass for the future toward which I intend to lead the IDF."