Israel's Military Cites Professional Failures' in Killings of Gaza Medics
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The Israeli military has conducted an investigation into its deadly attack on medics in Gaza that killed 14 rescue workers and a U.N. employee, citing several professional failures and announcing the dismissal of a commander. The military admitted to firing on emergency vehicles due to an operational misunderstanding and poor visibility, which led troops to inaccurately perceive the vehicles as a threat. This investigation follows international condemnation of the incident, which has been labeled by experts as a potential war crime due to its nature and the lack of appropriate conduct by military officials.
The Israeli military said an investigation revealed professional failures in the deadly attack on medics in Gaza, resulting in a commander's dismissal.
The investigation uncovered breaches of orders and highlighted that the troops misjudged the situation, believing they faced a tangible threat.
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