This Video Is Satirical and Does Not Depict a Traumatized Israeli Soldier Returning From Gaza

Misbar investigated the claim and found it to be misleading. The video is old and does not show an Israeli soldier who suffered severe psychological trauma after serving in Gaza during the current Israeli war on the Strip.

Satirical Video Published by Israeli Account

The video was published on October 28 and shows an Israeli individual who publishes satirical content on his TikTok account under the name “Dave_spektor."

Upon reviewing the account, it becomes evident that the owner usually posts satirical videos filmed with people on the streets in different comedic ways. These videos were recorded both during and before the war on Gaza, and he introduces himself as “Doctor Laughter.”

Soldiers in the Occupying Army Suffer Traumas During the Gaza War

This claim emerged as press reports were published regarding the psychological trauma faced by Israeli occupation army soldiers who served in the ongoing Gaza war. According to Israeli newspaper Haaretz, over 2800 Israeli soldiers have been receiving rehabilitation treatment at the Rehabilitation Department of the Israeli Army Ministry since the war began on October 7.

According to data presented by the head of the rehabilitation department in a hearing with the War Health Committee, Haaretz reported that approximately 91% of soldiers suffered minor injuries, while 6% experienced moderate injuries, and 3% endured severe injuries.

The data also indicated that 18% of the Israeli soldiers were experiencing mental health problems and post-traumatic disorders. Haaretz added that 48% of the soldiers sustained injuries to their limbs.

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