IDF Opposes Elor Azaria's Request to Expunge Criminal Record, Position Sent to Defense Minister

First reported by Now 14 · 3 hours ago

What happened

The IDF has opposed Elor Azaria's request to erase his criminal record, with its position now submitted to Defense Minister Israel Katz for decision.

• 01The IDF rejects Elor Azaria's request to expunge his criminal record.
• 02Defense Minister Israel Katz attached a supporting opinion to Azaria's request.
• 03Three military bodies reviewed the request: Military Advocate General, Personnel Directorate, and Chief of Staff.
• 04The IDF concluded the circumstances do not warrant expungement.
• 05The IDF's position has been forwarded to the Defense Minister for final decision.

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YnetCenter · Hebrew10 minutes ago

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