On October 6, The gaze of Israel was averted and they missed the preparation for the attack. They were not watching Gaza Israel is only interested in their side of the border.
The current war is only because of the murder of 1200 and kidnapping of 250 citizens which no democratic country could ignore.
If he was able to recover the hostages Netanyahu had a dignified chance; but it is too late now. The killing won't stop until the hostages are returned.
