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Ex-IDF Chief Halevi Claimed Netanyahu Rejected Dismissing Refusing Reservists
Former IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi reportedly told bereaved families that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refused his suggestion to dismiss reservist soldiers protesting judicial reform in early 2023. Netanyahu allegedly feared such a move would escalate refusals, despite Halevi's warnings about army readiness.
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- 01Ex-IDF Chief Halevi claims Netanyahu rejected dismissing reservist protesters in 2023.
- 02Netanyahu reportedly feared dismissing reservists would cause more refusals.
- 03Halevi warned Netanyahu of risks to army preparedness over judicial reform.
- 04Thousands of reservists had pledged refusal over judicial overhaul plans.
- 05Most reservists reported for duty after the October 7 attacks.
- 06Judicial reform efforts were revived and passed into law after the war.
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