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David Benjamin

David Benjamin

International lawyer, IDF Lieutenant-Colonel (Res.), former senior IDF legal advisor, expert speaker and commentator on the law of war and Israeli legal affairs.

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Lt. Col. (Res.) David Benjamin emigrated to Israel from South Africa in 1989 as a law graduate. He is a consultant, speaker and frequent media commentator on Israeli legal matters and international law. He previously spent two decades in the IDF advising senior commanders on the laws of war and counter-terrorism. He is based in Modi'in, Israel.


Programs

1
Israel's Judicial Upheaval - Your Questions Answered
Controversy over judicial reforms being advanced by Israel's ruling coalition has ignited an unprecedented political firestorm in Israel. Drawing on his own experience as a military legal advisor, David explains the background to the controversy, the proposed changes to the system and the objections being raised.
2
The Charge of the Lawyers Brigade
David relates some of his experiences from a career spanning two decades as a legal advisor to senior IDF commanders.
3
Legal Aspects of Israeli Military Operations
David discusses some of the legal issues arising with respect to Israeli military operations, such as questions of targeting and civilians on the battlefield.
4
Israel and the International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court is investigating whether Israelis have committed war crimes in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. David discusses how this came about and the ramifications.
5
Israel in International Law
Israel and the policies of its governments are hot topics in the world of international law. David discusses some of the burning issues, such as the status of the territories captured in 1967, the legality of settlements, accusations of Apartheid, security policies and more.
Genres
  • Jewish History
  • Leadership
  • Politics
  • Israel
  • Jewish Law / Halacha
  • Middle East
  • Politics
  • Terrorism

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Articles
SA Jewish Report 18 January, 2024:
ICJ Genocide Case - a Slam Dunk for Israel
Videos
TV Interview after Killing of a Well-Known Journalist
TV Interview on IDF Operations in PA Controlled Areas
TV Interview on Dutch Court Case against Benny Gantz
Debate on Proposed Changes to Israeli Judiciary
Panel on Israel - Hamas War 2023 -2024
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