Dave Smith recently criticized supporters of Israel's actions in Gaza and pro-Palestine leftists, accusing them of hypocrisy. He stated that backing Israel's destruction of Gaza would be inconsistent with a "pro-life" stance and also condemned those celebrating violence against innocent families, questioning their claimed compassion for Palestinians.
The IDF has taken disciplinary action against soldiers involved in vandalizing Palestinian property during a raid in the Deheisha refugee camp near Bethlehem.
Several officers were dismissed, and a platoon was dismantled. The incident was deemed "grave" and contradictory to IDF values.
Those involved face reprimands and dismissals, with actions documented on their permanent records. The IDF emphasizes its commitment to professionalism and values.