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The first day of combat was marked by intense fighting and staggering losses for Egypt. The rapid Israeli advance into Sinai capitalized on Egyptian disarray and lack of cohesive command. As the Israeli forces moved forward, the tactic of maneuver warfare allowed them to exploit gaps in the Egyptian defenses seamlessly.
By night's end, Israel had taken control of key positions while Egyptian morale plummeted. What followed was a systematic dismantling of the Egyptian military structure, compounded by the realization that the initial incursion planned for invasion had backfired, turning into a desperate withdrawal.