Alleged Israeli Military Intelligence Knowledge of Phalangist Involvement in Sabra and Shatila Massacre

Summary

Alleged Israeli Military Intelligence Knowledge of Phalangist Involvement in Sabra and Shatila Massacre The passage provides a first‑hand account suggesting that Israeli military intelligence officers were aware that Phalangist militia had entered the Sabra and Shatila refugee camps and that attempts were made to have them withdrawn. It names specific individuals (Amos Yaron, Amir Dori, Arik, Oded Shamir, Tsila Drori) and hints at possible command‑level awareness, offering a concrete lead for further investigation into decision‑making and possible complicity. However, the claims are anecdotal, lack documentary evidence, and the events are already widely reported, limiting novelty. Key insights: Speaker heard rumors from a staff officer in military intelligence about Phalangist entry into the camps.; Claims that Israeli generals (Yaron, Dori) may have authorized or at least known about the Phalangist presence.; Efforts to contact Arik via Oded Shamir and Tsila Drori to request removal of Phalangists.