The Israeli newspaper Haaretz revealed widespread looting carried out by Israeli occupation army soldiers from homes and stores in southern Lebanon, amid a widespread phenomenon. According to the investigation, which cited testimonies from soldiers and field commanders, this looting includes the theft of carpets, televisions, motorcycles, furniture, paintings, and various personal items from homes emptied of their residents due to the war. Looting in public The testimony of one of the soldiers describes the situation as “crazy,” as some soldiers openly put stolen items in their vehicles as they left Lebanese territory, without trying to hide what they had taken. The soldier added that the matter is not a secret, and that everyone in the area sees and understands what is happening.