The IDF has removed a group of reservists from their duties in the Gaza Strip following the emergence of a video. The footage, which surfaced online, shows the soldiers firing their weapons into the air during a Megillah reading on Purim, when hearing the name Haman.
The incident reportedly took place amidst the festive atmosphere of the holiday, but the IDF deemed the behavior a violation of military protocol and safety standards. An investigation is underway, and the reservists involved have been withdrawn from operational activity pending further review.
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It’s done with permission in the safety of army shooting ranges.
I wouldn’t call this the worst thing in the world but it is inappropriate.
The IDF is dead wrong! If soldiers are not permitted some free, unmeasured leeway, then how can they continue to serve professionally? They need that outlet. I submit it was an anti-Chareidi action. If they had shoot at the big bad wolf, all would have a-ok.
at worst, it’s a waste of ammunition.