The battalion commander of the Givati Brigade's Tzabar battalion broke signs associated with the unit's 'old young' tradition, leading soldiers to leave the base without authorization, according to N13 / Army Radio. The report describes the move as sparking a rebellion within the battalion.
The Tzabar battalion commander's decision to remove signs tied to the unit's 'old young' tradition triggered a violent reaction among soldiers, with some leaving the base without authorization, N13 / Army Radio reported Thursday afternoon. The report quotes a soldier saying, 'See the battalion commander, he's breaking it,' framing the incident as a rebellion. The IDF has previously stated that the signs are part of an unofficial tradition and that the matter is being investigated.
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