Israeli soldiers punished for vandalism in Lebanon7 minutes agoJaroslav LukivReutersThe Israeli soldiers who hit a statue with a sledgehammer and the soldier who took the photograph will receive 30 days military detention. The IDF said that the soldiers, who have not been identified, will also be “removed” from combat duty following an investigation. Six other soldiers who were present at the Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s prime minister, said he was shocked and saddened by the incident. The IDF expressed “deep regret” over the incident. It is against the declaration of Human Rights and does not reflect civility. Lebanese officials say that Israel began a military operation in Lebanon on March 2, which has resulted in more than a half million people being displaced, and more than 2,290 deaths, including 177 kids and 100 healthcare workers. Israeli officials say that 13 Israeli soldiers and two civilians have been killed by Hezbollah attacks in the same period.Ceasefire with Israel brings respite to Lebanon, but obstacles to peace remainMiddle EastIsraelLebanonChristianity
