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Ben-Gvir Proposes Overhauling IDF Ethics Code to Emphasize Jewish Values and Victory
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir proposed changing the IDF's Code of Ethics to emphasize Jewish values and military victory. The plan, if he becomes defense minister, would replace "Purity of Arms" with "Righteousness of Arms" and prioritize defeating enemies.
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What happened
- 01National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir proposed changing the IDF's Code of Ethics.
- 02The plan would replace "Purity of Arms" with "Righteousness of Arms."
- 03The IDF's main objective would be defined as defeating enemies and maintaining national security.
- 04The proposal removes language on using only necessary force and protecting non-combatants.
- 05The IDF would be defined as a "Jewish, state-run army."
It would also remove language on using only necessary force and protecting non-combatants, defining the IDF as a "Jewish, state-run army."
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