Israel Drops Abuse Charges Against Soldiers Amid Rights Group Outrage and Netanyahu's Support

Israel's military has dropped charges against five soldiers accused of sexually and physically abusing a Palestinian detainee at the Sde Teiman facility.The military cited insufficient video evidence, improper leaks, and the victim's return to Gaza as reasons for dismissal, despite allegations of severe injuries including a rectal stabbing.Human rights groups condemned the move as a "whitewash" and a "license to rape," while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the decision, stating the state should pursue enemies, not fighters.
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