Sde Teiman:Soldiers at the Israeli military base "Sde Teiman" have voiced concerns over deteriorating health conditions marked by an infestation of rodents and birds, attributing the situation to negligence. The base, affiliated with the Southern Command, is reportedly facing significant challenges due to these issues, with soldiers claiming disruptions to their daily lives and sleep.
According to Maan News Agency, a female recruit at the base highlighted the lack of supervision and the spread of garbage, describing the living conditions as indicative of gross negligence. Despite the complaints, the soldiers have seen little in the way of tangible solutions. The rats, which began appearing in service members' offices about eight months ago, have been damaging essential items such as papers, documents, and electrical cables. The soldiers were provided only a cardboard trap by the sergeant first class about a month ago.
The problem has escalated with rodents invading the soldiers' sleeping quarters, causing further damage to equipment and personal items. The infestation has led to contamination of the rooms with rat urine and droppings, prompting soldiers to avoid sleeping in fear of being bitten. Despite repeated complaints to the command, the soldiers have resorted to purchasing mousetraps themselves.
Additionally, soldiers reported that the dining facilities do not operate during weekends, compelling them to manage their food provisions independently. An Israeli army spokesman acknowledged the health complaints and stated that insect control operations are conducted biweekly, with two operations taking place the previous week. The spokesman also mentioned ongoing renovations at the base, which may contribute to the accumulation of dirt, and confirmed that issues regarding food provision are being addressed in coordination with the dining facilities.