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These 49 Canadians Have Served In Israel’s Military Since Oct. 7 (www.readthemaple.com)
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The Maple has identified 49 Canadians who have served in the Israeli military since Oct. 7, 2023.

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[–] 9 points 1 year ago (3 children)

If I'm not mistaken, military service is mandatory in Israel. If these 49 are still Israeli citizens, then they have a choice to:

  • Renounce their Israeli citizenship
  • Serve in the military
  • Go to jail

Not defending them, just adding context.

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  • [–] 1 point 1 year ago

    So in other words, you renounce your citizenship.

    If you didn't

    If you joined the IDF

    If you committed war crimes

    Its all on you and you deserve to rot in prison for the rest of your life, don't care about the "but my orders!!"

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