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IDF Removes Soldiers for Violating Military Conduct During Purim

3/15/2025

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The IDF took swift action against reserve combat fighters who fired into Gaza while reading the Book of Esther during Purim. This shocking incident, caught on video, led to their immediate removal from operations. Officials condemned the soldiers' behavior, emphasizing a serious breach of military values and a troubling lapse in discipline.

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The IDF took swift action against reserve combat fighters who fired into Gaza while reading the Book of Esther during Purim. This shocking incident, caught on video, led to their immediate removal from operations. Officials condemned the soldiers' behavior, emphasizing a serious breach of military values and a troubling lapse in discipline.