An IDF soldier whose weapon was stolen last week in an ambush while on duty in Israel's north has been cleared of any wrongdoing by military investigators.
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The Military Police said that the soldier, who was lightly injured in the incident, attempted to fend off his attackers and followed protocol – given the circumstances.
The attack was condemned by IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Aviv Kochavi, who said the suspects had "crossed a red line."
