Israel’s Defense Force (IDF) stated on Tuesday that Yaakov Bardugo’s assertion that IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi supports the continuation of Hamas’s rule in Gaza “is a serious lie and lacks any basis.”
The IDF responded on Tuesday, asserting, “Yaakov Bardugo’s claim that IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi supports the continuation of Hamas’s rule in Gaza is a serious lie and lacks any basis.”
The IDF added, “The Chief of Staff himself has stated numerous times, including publicly, that Hamas’s control of Gaza should not be allowed to continue.”
The IDF further clarified, “At the same time, it is the government that determines policy, and the IDF implements these directives accordingly.”
The claims raised by the reporter in recent days are completely fabricated and aimed at damaging the reputation of the IDF and its Chief of Staff. The Chief of Staff has been steadfast in leading the IDF’s efforts against Hamas, achieving significant results in the ongoing conflict.