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Officers Say Gaza Yellow Line Rules Were Softened, Army Denies Any Change
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50% centerFirst reported by Ynet · 3 days ago
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What happened
Israeli officers told ynet that Gaza Division commander Brig. Gen. Liron Batito changed how troops apply rules of engagement along the yellow line. The IDF denied any change, but officers warned the move is weakening deterrence and endangering forces.
- 01Officers say Gaza rules of engagement were softened along the yellow line.
- 02The IDF denies any change and calls it a procedural clarification.
- 03Commanders cite shootings and aid truck deaths as the trigger.
- 04Troops say Hamas exploits crossings to probe IDF deployments.
- 05Reservists warn the new approach could weaken deterrence and invite attacks.
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