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Haaretz EnglishSecurity

Herzog Pardons IDF Soldier Elor Azaria in Controversial Case

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Israeli President Isaac Herzog has pardoned Elor Azaria, an IDF soldier convicted of killing a wounded Palestinian assailant in 2016. The controversial case had deeply divided Israeli society, and the pardon ends Azaria's military service.

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  • President Herzog pardoned IDF soldier Elor Azaria.
  • Azaria was convicted of killing a wounded Palestinian assailant in 2016.
  • The pardon ends Azaria's military service and removes restrictions.
  • The case caused significant division within Israeli society.
  • Azaria had previously served part of his sentence.
Herzog Pardons IDF Soldier Elor Azaria in Controversial Case
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