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Command failures led to Yuval Ezra, Benayahu Mellet's deaths in West Bank attacks, IDF announces

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  • The IDF has concluded its investigation into a July terror attack that killed two soldiers in the West Bank.
  • The military announced that significant operational and command failures were identified as causes for the deaths of Maj. Yuval Ezra and Capt. (res.) Benayahu Mellet.
  • Findings were presented to the IDF Chief of Staff by regional commanders.

The Israeli military announced Tuesday that its investigation into a July terror attack in the West Bank has identified significant operational and command failures. The attack resulted in the deaths of Battery Commander Maj. Yuval Ezra and regional defense fighter Capt. (res.) Benayahu Mellet.

Military officials presented the findings of the investigation to IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir. The report was delivered by Central Command chief Maj.-Gen. Avi Bluth and Judea and Samaria Division commander Brig.-Gen. Kobi Heller. The investigation focused on the circumstances surrounding the deadly incident on the outskirts of the village of Tel.

The IDF's announcement highlights internal shortcomings that may have contributed to the soldiers' deaths, underscoring a critical review of military procedures and command responsibility in counter-terrorism operations.

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