IDF soldiers removed from duty, punished after refusing orders to return and fight in Gaza

Soldiers from the Nahal Brigade face repurcussions after refusing orders to return to fight in Gaza due to "a deep, internal crisis."

IDF soldiers from the Nahal Brigade operate in Rafah, Gaza Strip, November 30, 2024.

IDF soldiers from the Nahal Brigade operate in Rafah, Gaza Strip, November 30, 2024.

(photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

JULY 28, 2025 05:28

Updated: JULY 28, 2025 07:06

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