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Israel Online · Oct 15, 2026

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Ben-Gvir Proposes Overhaul of IDF Ethical Code National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says he would rewrite the IDF’s ethical code if appointed Defense Minister. His proposal would replace the principle of “Purity of Arms” with “Justness of Arms,” placing greater emphasis on defeating Israel’s enemies and incorporating Jewish law and tradition. He also called for removing certain references to universal moral values and protections for civilians and prisoners from the code.

*Ben-Gvir Proposes Overhaul of IDF Ethical Code* National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says he would rewrite the IDF’s ethical code if appointed Defense Minister. His proposal would replace the principle of “Purity of Arms” with “Justness of Arms,” placing greater emphasis on defeating Israel’s enemies and incorporating Jewish law and tradition. He also called for removing certain references to universal moral values and protections for civilians and prisoners from the code.

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