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Givati Brigade Commander Defends Battalion Commander Over Controversial Signs Used for Hazing

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First reported by Srugim · 2 hours ago

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Givati Brigade Commander Natanel Shamka defended his battalion commander’s removal of signs used in hazing rituals at Sde Teyman base, following a protest by veteran soldiers. Disciplinary actions were taken against protest leaders, and Shamka highlighted the brigade’s recent combat successes and efforts to maintain discipline.

01Givati Brigade commander defends battalion commander’s removal of hazing-related signs.
02Veteran soldiers protested, claiming signs symbolized combat tradition.
0318 protest leaders sentenced to 30 days in military prison and expelled from combat service.
04About 80 soldiers underwent disciplinary and educational processes after returning to base.
05Shamka highlighted brigade’s historic combat achievements, including recovering fallen soldiers’ bodies.
06Operations in West Bank described as precise and intelligence-driven by Shamka.

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