IDF Chief of Staff: Wrong to assume the IDF is immune to the consequences of polarization'
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“In recent months we have been threatened by internal disputes. The debate regarding our world of values, is the share of Israeli society since its foundation. Even in times of crisis, we knew how to distill the common out of them, and shelter under it together,” he said.
“The ability to manage a dispute is one of the signs of a healthy society, but a dispute that is followed by a deepening of polarization and division In Israeli society is dangerous; In the face of the security challenges, having a polarizing debate is arrogant and the assumption that the IDF is immune to the devastating consequences of polarization is a dangerous conception,” warned Halevi.
He strongly condemned the calls for refusals to serve that were heard following the protests against the government.
“Criticism of the IDF is allowed - we are also responsible for our own mistakes; but we must not lash out on our soldiers, who serve many years in order to maintain the security of the state -it would be an irresponsibility.”
“Calling the younger generation not to enlist to a meaningful combat service - is a dangerous conception; Calls for not reporting for reserve security missions - are a harm to Israeli security and the IDF,” said Halevi.
Speaking at the same ceremony, President Isaac Herzog noted the importance of a unified nation. READ MORE
IDF Chief of Staff: Wrong to assume the IDF is immune to the consequences of polarization'
IDF Chief of Staff: Wrong to assume the IDF is immune to the consequences of polarization'
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