IDF Suspends Netzah Yehuda Battalion After Assault on CNN Crew
Key Takeaways
- Netzah Yehuda battalion suspended from West Bank operations after detaining and assaulting CNN crew.
- IDF chief ordered suspension; internal probe findings presented to the Chief of General Staff.
- CNN crew detained at gunpoint near Tayasir; a photographer choked during the incident.
Battalion Suspended Over Assault
The IDF suspended the entire Netzah Yehuda reserve battalion.
The battalion will remain in reserve while undergoing a process to reinforce its foundations.
Chief of Staff Zamir called the incident a grave ethical incident.
CNN Crew Detained at Gunpoint
The CNN team was covering an illegal outpost when soldiers encountered them.
One soldier placed a photojournalist in a chokehold, bringing him to the ground.
The crew was held at gunpoint for about two hours.
Far-Right Ideology, Settler Violence
Soldiers told reporters the entire West Bank belongs to Jews.
The attack came amid a surge in extremist settler violence.
President Herzog condemned settler violence.
Investigations and Mixed Reactions
The IDF opened a formal inquiry into the incident.
One soldier was dismissed from military service.
The Foreign Press Association called the use of force excessive.
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