Gantz said to tell confidants, Meron tragedy must lead to public commission of inquiry

Blue and White party leader Benny Gantz speaks during a conference in Jerusalem, March 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Sebastian Scheiner)
Blue and White party leader Benny Gantz speaks during a conference in Jerusalem, March 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Sebastian Scheiner)

Defense Minister Benny Gantz has told confidants that yesterday’s tragedy at Mount Meron cannot end with a probe carried out by the Justice Ministry’s Police Internal Investigations Department.

A more appropriate answer would be a government-appointed public commission of inquiry, he says, according to Channel 12.

Most Popular
If you’d like to comment, join
The Times of Israel Community.
Join The Times of Israel Community
Commenting is available for paying members of The Times of Israel Community only. Please join our Community to comment and enjoy other Community benefits.
Please use the following structure: example@domain.com
Confirm Mail
Thank you! Now check your email
You are now a member of The Times of Israel Community! We sent you an email with a login link to . Once you're set up, you can start enjoying Community benefits and commenting.