On video: Reinforcement of IDF forces in Hawara last week (IDF spokesman)
The commander of the Central Command yesterday (Wednesday) presented to Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi the investigation of disturbances in Kfar Havara about two weeks ago, from which it appears that the army should have prevented the incident. There were not enough forces in the sector to deal with the continued pursuit of the terrorist, protection from terrorism and the prevention of violent riots.
" more forces, when there is a suspicion of the formation of such a serious situation," said an IDF spokesperson. "Incidents of violence by Israeli settlers against the security forces and toward the Palestinians are being investigated by the Israel Police to the fullest extent of the law."
The Chief of Staff said at the end of the presentation of the investigation: "This is a serious incident that happened under our responsibility - and it should not have happened."
The chain of command correctly decided the order of priorities between the various tasks, but erred in the allocation of forces and control of the event.
The expectation from every regular and reserve soldier to act in a professional and ethical manner and to prevent acts such as these, as we train him and in accordance with the values of the IDF. We will draw the necessary lessons and learn them to prevent similar incidents in the future."
Damage from disruptions in Hawara (Photo: Avi Rokah)
About two weeks ago, a few hours after the attack near the village where the Hillel Weigal Yaniv brothers were murdered, hundreds of settlers attacked Palestinians at the entrance to the village and at the Tapuh intersection.
Dozens of cars, shops and family homes were set on fire - and Palestinian drivers were stoned, one Palestinian was killed.
Dozens of Palestinian families were evacuated from their homes after they were set on fire.
The security forces acted to remove the protesters and a police vehicle of the Makhzait type entered the scene, but only hours later was control achieved - after they continued to attack and set fire to buildings in the area. It was also reported that a Palestinian was slightly injured by throwing stones, and the Palestinian Ministry of Health reported 20 minor injuries from smoke inhalation, and Severely injured by a stone hit to the head.
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