Arutz Sheva-Israel National News has decided to remove an article that dealt with documentation allegedly contrary to orders in southern Lebanon, following requests received from soldiers operating in the field and senior officers.
The soldiers claimed that the publication, although accurate and concerning conduct contrary to orders, harms the fighting spirit and the forces operating on the ground.
Arutz Sheva-Israel National News stated that it is attentive to the soldiers and committed to them, and that alongside its desire to provide information to the public, it recognizes that mistakes can sometimes occur. Out of responsibility and a desire not to harm the soldiers, it was decided to remove the publication.
The decision was made after reviewing the requests received from the field and from the command level, and in response to the request of the soldiers and senior officers.
Arutz Sheva-Israel National News emphasized that the welfare of the soldiers and the fighting spirit were at the center of its considerations in the decision to remove the article.