A colonel in the IDF was suspended after coming under investigation for sexual harassment, Army Radio reported on Wednesday.
The investigation was initiated by a complaint from a female officer who served under him.
"Following a complaint about an incident of a sexual nature by an officer with the rank of lieutenant colonel, a Military Police Investigation was opened," an IDF spokesperson stated.
"Upon completion, the findings will be forwarded to the Military Prosecutor's Office for review. In light of the investigation, the officer was suspended from his position by his commanders. The IDF views any sexual harassment with great seriousness and will continue to act resolutely to eradicate any phenomenon of this type."
Military defense attorney indicted for numerous sexual offenses
Last month, the State Attorney’s Office filed an indictment with the Lod District Court against military defense attorney Idan Dvir, 42, of Netanya, accusing him of exploiting his position as counsel to commit multiple sexual offenses against 10 women, including female soldiers, women awaiting enlistment, and an undercover police agent.
According to the indictment, Dvir faces 10 counts that include rape, attempted rape, an indecent act by force, multiple counts of indecent acts, attempted procurement for prostitution under aggravated circumstances, sexual harassment, providing false information, and destruction of evidence.
Sarah Ben-Nun contributed to this report.