Netanyahu Condemns Far-Right as Israeli Military Police Arrest 9 Soldiers for Abuse of Palestinian Detainee

Jul 29, 2024, 02:12 PM

Israeli Military Police raided the Sde Teiman detention facility in the Negev Desert, arresting nine soldiers accused of serious abuse, including rape and torture, of a Palestinian detainee. The raid has sparked significant controversy, with several government ministers and Members of Knesset criticizing the action. IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant condemned the infiltration of the base by far-right activists and lawmakers, emphasizing that such actions are illegal and jeopardize national security. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly condemns the far-right MKs and activists involved and has called for calm, stressing that the law applies to everyone, regardless of their anger or political stance.