On Thursday morning, the Israeli Yated Ne’eman newspaper caused an uproar after its front page reported a “multi-casualty” incident in Gaza – before the incident was cleared for publication by the IDF.
[The Israeli Yated is not connected in any way to the American Yated Ne’eman.]
The Israeli Yated Ne’eman‘s front page boasted a red background with the words, “Not cleared for publication: A multi-casualty incident.” The newspaper with this headline was distributed before the incident was cleared for publication.
In the incident, five ‘Chetz’ soldiers were killed and a number of others were injured.
Frantic parents, desperate for news about their children, did not know where to turn to find out who the casualties were.
Doron Kadosh, a journalist for Galatz responded; “Whoever does not know the stomachaches, the stress, and the pressure of the families at home, when rumors start to come in; the hours of sleepless nights, of worry and fear’ the phone calls to anyone who might have a drop of information – will not understand.”
“He will not understand – and he will not be ashamed. His senses are dulled to the pain of bereavement.”
Additionally, journalist Kobi Dahan responded to Yated’s reporting saying: “Yated Ne’eman jumped off the diving board. They violated the censor. When there is no taking part [in the fears of parents whose sons are serving] or understanding [their tension], there is also no feeling or compassion.”
Meanwhile, former journalist Omer Carmon responded: “The families of the soldiers are superheroes. The Yated Ne’eman this morning showed a horrific and terrifying display of insensitivity. If it is not cleared for publication in order not to hurt the families of the fallen, you do not publish it!!!!!”
{Matzav.com Israel}