Israel is committed to ensuring that its forces act in accordance with international law, and the rules of armed conflict form part of the training of every soldier.
In case of any allegations that these principles have not been upheld, Israel is committed to fully investigating and prosecuting offenders.
Additionally, any decision not to investigate or prosecute an alleged offence can be appealed to Israel's Supreme Court.
Following the conclusion of the military operation in Gaza, Israel initiated a series of far reaching command investigations into various aspects of the conflict, as well as many dozens of specific investigations into particular allegations of improper conduct by soldiers.
In the past, such investigations have led to criminal prosecutions and convictions, and in this case a number of criminal prosecutions regarding wrongdoings are already in process.
- Israeli investigations into allegations regarding the Gaza Operation - Status Report Sept 2009
- IDF: Conclusion of investigations into claims in Operation Cast Lead