This report from the New York Times below should be read by all. You will be shocked how easily Hamas defeated Israeli defenses. The events of October 7th demonstrate once again that government, even operating at its best, fails at protecting citizens.
One Kibbutz had a well-armed civilian defense plan and an armory with M-16 rifles on October 7th. They fought back and won.
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/israel-hamas-attack-kibbutz-survived-4057fb1f
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j56zV_TtsqE