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Former IDF General Ordered to Pay Damages for Defaming MK Tzvi Sukkot Over October 7 Criticism

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jun 29, 2026

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A court ruled that retired Major General Dan Harel defamed MK Tzvi Sukkot by falsely blaming him for IDF troop shortages before the October 7 Hamas attack, ordering Harel to pay damages. The court rejected Harel's countersuit and highlighted the importance of balancing free speech with protecting reputations.

01Court ruled Dan Harel defamed MK Tzvi Sukkot over troop shortage claims before October 7 attack.
02Harel claimed Sukkot's sukkah in Hawara caused IDF reserve battalion diversion from Gaza border.
03Judge emphasized Harel's military status gave his words significant public weight.
04Harel ordered to pay about 45,000 shekels in damages and legal fees to Sukkot.
05Court dismissed Harel's countersuit against Sukkot and Yossi Dagan as legitimate defense.
06Ruling supports recent legal trends balancing free speech and protection from defamation.

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