Fleishman: Regional commander acting against defense minister 'does not understand democracy'

Channel 14 commentator Itamar Fleishman said Sunday evening that the regional commander is acting contrary to the defense minister's authority, and questioned whether he should be fired, stating 'He doesn't understand what democracy is.'

The Zioneer has previously reported on Fleishman's commentary regarding IDF leadership and political tensions. The current statement, attributed to Channel 14, adds to the ongoing discourse about the balance between military command and political authority in Israel.

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