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Senior IDF Official Addresses Serious Disciplinary Incident in Givati Brigade's Tzabar Battalion
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First reported by Now 14 · 1 hour ago
What happened
A senior IDF official condemned a serious disciplinary breach in the Givati Brigade’s Tzabar Battalion, where over 100 soldiers left their base unauthorized after their commander broke morale plaques. The incident follows eight months of combat in Lebanon. The military vows a balanced response respecting the soldiers’ service while enforcing discipline.
- 01Over 100 soldiers and commanders from Givati’s Tzabar Battalion abandoned Sde Teyman base without authorization.
- 02The incident followed the battalion commander breaking morale plaques in front of troops.
- 03The Givati Brigade recently ended eight months of combat operations in southern Lebanon.
- 04The IDF official called the act a serious disciplinary breach but promised a balanced response.
- 05The Tzabar Battalion includes many Hesder yeshiva graduates, with new recruits assigned recently.
- 06Northern Command Chief praised Givati’s combat performance and dedication.
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