The civilian emergency squad of Ein HaBesor, a small agricultural community, successfully repelled an attack by a heavily armed Hamas unit in what has become known as the '20-minute battle.' Despite being outnumbered and outgunned, the local volunteers managed to prevent a potentially devastating incursion, with only two members sustaining injuries. This rapid and effective response was the result of months of preparation, as the community had previously suffered from repeated criminal activity and felt compelled to organize its own defense. The incident highlights both the vulnerability of Israel's rural areas and the resilience of its residents in the face of escalating threats.