IDF issues warning, not prosecution, for statue damage

The Israel Defense Forces has concluded its investigation into a soldier who used a sledgehammer to damage a statue of Jesus Christ during operations in southern Lebanon. The military has decided not to refer the soldier to a criminal investigation, instead issuing a disciplinary warning. The decision follows earlier condemnations from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Foreign Ministry, who promised the soldier would face strict discipline. The incident has drawn international criticism, including from Polish officials who accused IDF soldiers of admitting to war crimes.