IDF Condemns Attack on Diplomats Near Ramallah, Citing Uncoordinated Visit
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
The IDF has condemned an attack by Israelis on European diplomats near the Palestinian village of Taybeh, launching an investigation into the incident. The army stated the diplomats' visit was not coordinated with them, which is crucial for preventing such events. The IDF also clarified its response to activist complaints, explaining that the initial report was sent to a military-only communication channel. The attack occurred during an olive harvest visit and involved damage to a Belgian consulate vehicle.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- The IDF condemned an attack by Israelis on diplomats from France, Belgium, and Poland near Taybeh.
- The IDF stated the diplomats' visit was not coordinated with the army, a necessary step for safety.
- An investigation has been launched by the IDF into the violent incident.
- Masked assailants damaged a Belgian consulate vehicle and confronted the diplomats.
- The attack occurred during an olive harvesting visit in the area.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) issued a strong condemnation following an attack on European diplomats near the Palestinian village of Taybeh, carried out by Israelis. The military announced an investigation into the incident, stating, "The IDF strongly condemns the serious violent incident in the Taybeh village area, during which Israeli rioters attacked representatives of diplomatic missions." Soldiers are currently securing the scene for police and forensic teams collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. The IDF emphasized that the diplomats' visit was not coordinated with the army, noting that "such coordination is important to prevent similar incidents."
The IDF also addressed accusations from left-wing Israeli activists that the military failed to respond to the scene after being contacted. According to the IDF, the report of the incident was received by the operational headquarters of the Binyamin brigade, which is designated solely for communication with security personnel. "The headquarters receives dozens of operational reports daily and responds only to authorized individuals, not citizens. There are other communication channels for citizen inquiries," the IDF stated, adding that all circumstances would be investigated.
The incident occurred on Saturday, October 17, when masked Israelis reportedly attacked vehicles belonging to diplomats from France, Belgium, and Poland. The attack took place while the diplomats were visiting an area where olive harvesting was underway. Witnesses reported that the attackers smashed the window of the Belgian consulate's car and demanded identification from the passengers, with one consul allegedly pushed to the ground.
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