Purity Of Arms

Poll: Nearly half of soldiers say 'purity of arms' harms IDF

Half of Israeli soldiers refrained from taking action in the field because they feared legal consequences, poll shows.

Knesset holds meeting on 'purity of arms' in the IDF

Following Azariya trial, Zionist Union and Yesh Atid MKs organize meeting on IDF's approach to 'the sanctity of life and purity of arms.'

Doesn’t the Israeli left also have sons?

Has Israel’s army morality become immoral?

Maybe the hareidim have it right about IDF service

Bennett claims IDF head backs Talmudic 'slogan'

In second attempt defending Eizenkot, Bennett 'backs' self-defense maxim - even though he said 'IDF can't talk in such slogans.'

PM defends IDF chief from right-wing criticism

PM rejects criticism of IDF Chief of Staff over controversial comments on IDF's open-fire policy, looks to force end of public debate.

Bennett: Eizenkot ‘Talmudic’ comment misunderstood

Education Minister backs embattled IDF Chief of Staff following controversial comments on army's open-fire policies.

Israel Must Abandon the Obscene "Purity of Arms" Mantra

Israel, Stop Placating the World’s Opinion