29.06.2011                      27.Siwan, 5771

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IDF chief: Israel is prepared for challenges such as the Gaza flotilla

Chief of Staff Benny Gantz tells audience at an IDF ceremony flotilla is 'a provocation' and 'attempt to de-legitimize Israel'; Defense Minister Ehud Barak says flotilla organizers should work for 'release of Gilad Shalit' at same event.

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz warned Tuesday that the upcoming Gaza-bound flotilla is merely a provocation, but assured that the Israel Defense Forces is prepared for such a challenge.
"The hate flotilla is just another example of an attempt to delegitimize Israel through provocation," Gantz said during an IDF ceremony for reserve soldiers. "The IDF is prepared for such a challenge as well."…