The IDF Checkpoints
We hear of
severe abuses in IDF checkpoints.
The following are several ideas for immediate
implementation:
1. Redundant, ineffective
checkpoints should be dismantled.
2. Revised orders to the soldiers
will demand:
• Treating civilians with respect,
• Saving their time,
• Apologizing for the necessary
trouble,
• Banning soldiers from receiving any
benefit,
• Dedication to the security mission,
and protecting the soldiers' safety and dignity.
2. Commanders should be available to
handle any difficulty or doubt.
3. Teaching the troops topics like:
• Human rights and dignity,
• Balance between justice and
security,
• The Arab population, its customs and
needs;
All issues should be demonstrated and discussed
openly.
5. Each checkpoint should have a
clearly visible signpost, indicating a telephone number for complaints. Qualified inspectors will handle both
open and anonymous complaints.
6. "Checkpoint patrols"
will inspect professionally the sites and talk with soldiers, civilians and
volunteers.
7. An apology for past improper
conduct will be published, explaining the security needs for the checkpoints
and calling for better relations of respect and fairness.
To read a more
detailed article in Hebrew - click here.