After Yom Kippur, Israel must learn to say: 'We were wrong' – editorial

This editorial from The Jerusalem Post reflects on the significance of Yom Kippur in Israel, noting that 74% of Jewish Israeli adults fasted fully or partially, and 57% attended prayers, demonstrating a deep national attachment to the day. However, it argues that after the fast, Israelis often revert to blaming others, particularly across political divides. The article emphasizes that following the events of October 7, Israel must foster a culture of accountability and self-reflection. It calls for political and military leaders to provide clear answers regarding intelligence failures and decision-making, stating, "An admission of responsibility ought to include an account of what went wrong under their authority." The editorial also urges individuals to examine their own biases, correct misinformation, and be open to admitting personal errors, concluding that "'We were wrong' should be a sentence we can say after Yom Kippur, too."