Israeli soldiers describe ongoing killings in Gaza despite fragile ceasefire
By
Sam Mednick
Crisped on the outside, thoughtful enough on the inside.
Summary
Israeli combat soldiers share rare firsthand accounts from Gaza, describing ongoing killings despite a fragile ceasefire. Soldiers report a sense of confusion and a culture of celebration among troops when striking Palestinians who approach or cross the yellow line dividing Israeli-controlled and Palestinian areas. The accounts, given to AP, highlight that violence continues even as diplomatic efforts to strengthen the ceasefire have stalled.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledThe reservist said scenes like this had become common after a fragile ceasefire took effect in October.
He said he saw soldiers relishing the chance to go after those who crossed — or came close to crossing — the so-called yellow line that divides the strip into Israeli-controlled and Palestinian areas.
Three soldiers described to AP a sense of confusion in the embattled territory
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