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IDF Investigates Soldiers for Goat Theft in Syria

1/16/2026

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The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed that soldiers stole a herd of about 250 goats from Syrian farmers during a mission in Syria two weeks ago.
Israeli television reported that the goats were smuggled into West Bank, with about 200 goats roaming in Israel and others remaining in Syria.
The squad commander was dismissed.
The IDF is conducting searches.
An investigation was launched after farmers in the Golan Heights reported wandering.

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Story summary

The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed that soldiers stole a herd of about 250 goats from Syrian farmers during a mission in Syria two weeks ago.
Israeli television reported that the goats were smuggled into West Bank, with about 200 goats roaming in Israel and others remaining in Syria.
The squad commander was dismissed.
The IDF is conducting searches.
An investigation was launched after farmers in the Golan Heights reported wandering.