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Hamas used coded emojis in WhatsApp to plan the Oct. 7 attack, bypassing Israeli surveillance despite prior warnings.
The Israeli Defense Forces revealed that Hamas used a prearranged sequence of emojis in WhatsApp messages to coordinate the October 7 attack, a tactic previously seen in failed attempts in 2022 and 2023.
The code signaled operatives to gather at mosques or assembly points to receive final instructions and collect pre-stocked combat bags with weapons and gear.
Despite prior warning signs, including unusual underground activity and vehicle movements, Israeli intelligence failed to prevent the attack, highlighting gaps in detection.
The use of emojis and SIM card swaps to evade surveillance underscores evolving covert tactics by Hamas.
Hamas utilizó emojis codificados en WhatsApp para planear el ataque del 7 de octubre, eludiendo la vigilancia israelí a pesar de las advertencias previas.