Aftermath of Israeli helicopter missile attack

The transcript contains a brief statement, 'But there was not,' which suggests a discussion or explanation about the absence of something expected or anticipated.

What do you think the phrase 'But there was not' implies in a broader context?

Can you provide an example of a situation where something was expected but did not occur?

How does the phrase 'But there was not' affect the tone of the text?

What emotions might be associated with the statement 'But there was not'?

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