An internal military investigation has found that the residents of Ein Habesor, a community near the Gaza border, were left to defend themselves during the October 7 attack by Hamas. The probe revealed that the local standby squad and other civilians fought off approximately sixteen armed attackers, successfully repelling the assault and preventing mass casualties, despite having limited weapons and no immediate military support. Only two residents were injured, and the moshav suffered minimal damage, in stark contrast to neighboring communities that experienced significant loss of life and destruction. The report commended the residents for their bravery and effective organization of rescue and evacuation efforts under fire, highlighting their crucial role in safeguarding the community during the crisis.