Bismuth demands review of IDF rules of engagement after terror attack, citing poor IDF performance

MK Boaz Bismuth, chairman of the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, is demanding an examination of the IDF's rules of engagement following a severe terror attack and what he described as the military's low performance against the attackers at the scene, according to reports.

MK Boaz Bismuth, chairman of the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, has called for an examination of the IDF's rules of engagement after a severe terror attack, citing the military's low performance against the terrorists at the scene, according to reports. On Friday, Bismuth sent an urgent letter to the IDF Chief of Staff demanding revised rules of engagement, as The Zioneer reported. The current demand, reported Saturday night, appears to be a separate statement in the aftermath of the attack. Details of the specific examination requested are not yet available.

3 developments

1. 23:27 · 25 JulLatest

   Bismuth criticizes IDF performance at the scene of the terror attack.

2. 18:55 · 24 Jul

   Bismuth quoted: 'A fighter should not fear the lawyer more than the terrorist.'

3. 18:47 · 24 Jul

   Knesset committee chair sends urgent letter to IDF chief demanding changes to rules of engagement

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