The findings of the investigation from the arrest event in the village of Burkin on September 26, 2021, in which two fighters were wounded in the Cherry unit, were presented this week to Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi. ".
The findings, presented by the commander of the Central Command, Major General Yehuda Fox, to Chief of Staff Kochavi, revealed that during the operation to arrest one of the terrorists, as part of a large-scale operation by the Judea and Samaria Division, the GSS and intelligence agencies. The terrorist organization Hamas opened fire on the fighters in the courtyard of the house, who responded with fire. From the fire of our forces and were severely wounded.
Dr. Hani Bahus from Rambam, on the arrival of the wounded fighters from the Burkin area // Photo: Rambam spokeswoman
Kochavi accepted the conclusions of the investigation as presented, chief among them, as stated, "the error in entering the courtyard area without operational coordination with the rest of the force."
Further, the Chief of Staff stressed the importance of understanding and controlling the fighters in the operational environment in which they operate.
The chief of staff stated that the forces fulfilled their mission and thwarted a large part of the terrorist infrastructure of Hamas, Judea and Samaria.
However, the incident ended in the injury of Capt. D. and RSL Y., results which led to in-depth investigation and lessons learned.
To sum up, the chief of staff said: "I wish a speedy recovery to the wounded.
In this incident, the fighters of the Cherry unit prevented any harm to Israeli citizens.
"The IDF will continue to thwart terrorism, protect civilians and at the same time interrogate every incident thoroughly, learn and improve. At the same time, mistakes occur in combat and we will also charge you in places where you make mistakes. I trust you, your fighting spirit, the truth and your ability to learn." .
Tonight, the IDF worked together with the GSS and special forces of the Border Police, in front of a terrorist cell of the Hamas organization and prevented the execution of terrorist attacks. His head, and in every arena, to ensure the security of the citizens of Israel.
Benny Gantz (@gantzbe) September 26, 2021
Shortly after the incident took place, Defense Minister Bnei Gantz said: "The IDF acted tonight with the GSS and special forces of the Border Police, in front of a terrorist cell of the Hamas organization and prevented the execution of terrorist attacks.
I wish to wish complete healing to the two wounded from the operation and to strengthen their families.
We will continue to act against terrorism wherever he tries to raise his head, and in any arena, in order to ensure the security of the citizens of Israel. "