Netanyahu: Probe to maintain IDF's free hand, answer int'l questions

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he was guided by two main principles in deciding on a public commission of inquiry into the Gaza sail events: "First of all, to maintain IDF soldiers' free hand and protect the independence and credibility of the IDF's operational probing body.

"Secondly, to provide a credible and independent response for questions raised by countries in the international community regarding the naval event and its compliance with international law norms." The government will convene on Monday to decide whether to approve the establishment of the committee. (Roni Sofer)