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One conscientious objector released, another still in military prison

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Published: 25 March 2017

Last updated: 4 March 2024

After 115 days in jail, conscientious objector Tamar Zeevi released from Israeli army – Gili Cohen – Haaretz 24.03.17
The military panel in charge of granting exemptions for reasons of conscience has clear rules for possible arguments – pacifism, yes; objection because of the occupation, no. Both Tamar Zeevi and Tamar Alon object to the occupation but Zeevi has been released after 115 days, while Alon remains in prison.

And see: Conscientious young soldiers who refuse to serve in the territories March 21, 2017

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