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Masked Israeli soldier defends rape of Palestinian prisoner on TV

A masked Israeli soldier has appeared on a live television programme to “defend the good name” of the Israeli military after multiple soldiers were detained for raping a Palestinian prisoner.

The assault, which took place in the infamous Sde Teiman detention centre and was filmed by security cameras, continues to cause controversy inside Israel, with many backing the arrested soldiers, despite the horrific crimes they are accused of.

The Israeli military earlier today said there is “reasonable suspicion” the soldiers are guilty of what they are accused of, and extended their detention until Sunday.