IDF soldier left behind during West Bank operation after falling asleep in Palestinian village
James Genn
Mon, December 8, 2025 at 4:14 PM UTC
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The IDF said a soldier was accidentally left behind near Kabatiya, later joining another unit after about 40 minutes alone as commanders review the incident.
An IDF soldier was accidentally left behind during an operation last week near Kabatiya, a Palestinian town just south of Jenin in the northern West Bank, the military confirmed on Monday.
The Jerusalem Post confirmed that the incident occurred after the soldier fell asleep during the operation.
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The soldier subsequently met up with another unit operating in the area after being alone for approximately 40 minutes.
The incident was escalated to the commanders of the 98th Division and Judea and Samaria Division, who are treating it as a serious incident, the military noted.
Other soldiers involved were court-martialed, the Post confirmed.
Soldier reportedly Maglan Unit commando
Reports in Israeli media indicate that the soldier belonged to the military's Maglan commando unit.
Maglan is a unit comprised of commandos who specialize in reconnaissance and counterterrorism operations behind enemy lines, utilizing highly advanced weapons and technology.
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While the military has not confirmed these reports, the IDF's Commando Brigade is subordinate to the 98th Division, whose commander was involved in the court-martial process.
Yonah Jeremy Bob contributed to this report.