IDF to begin combat processing program for Givati soldiers following mass walkout from Sde Teiman
The program will focus primarily on discussions with organizational consultants and mental health officers, during which soldiers will have space to share their combat experiences.
The IDF has announced plans to initiate a combat processing program for soldiers of the Givati Brigade's Tzabar Battalion, following their mass walkout from the Sde Teiman base. This decision was made by Brig.-Gen. Sagiv Cohen, commander of the IDF's 162nd Division. The walkout occurred last week after a disagreement between the soldiers and senior command staff at the base.
The primary focus of the combat processing program will be on discussions with organizational consultants and mental health officers. Soldiers will have an opportunity to share their combat experiences during these sessions. Additionally, soldiers who require targeted assistance and individual treatment will be identified.
Tensions between the Givati Brigade's soldiers and command staff remain high, primarily due to severe disciplinary measures imposed following the incident. These measures included removing soldiers from combat duty and revoking their combat service certificates, which entitle recipients to various benefits after their military service.
The soldiers are now urging senior commanders to reconsider their decisions and thoroughly review them. It remains uncertain whether the soldiers will be released home on Sunday after the processing workshop on Monday or if they will remain at the base for further discussions aimed at easing tensions.
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