Unprecedented Figures Highlight Israeli Shock: Army Urgently Requires 7,000 More Troops
Israeli media reported on Friday that the occupation military is compiling data to illustrate the severe manpower issue represented by the intensifying personnel shortages in the wake of nearly 150 days of combat. | As first reported on Friday morning on Ynet and “Yedioth Ahronoth”, the Israeli military urgently requires an additional 7,000 soldiers, with half of these intended for combat roles. The report added that “it’s crucial to note that this figure is over and above the soldiers already slated for recruitment in upcoming cycles.” Ynet also reported that the occupation army is calling for another 7,500 officer and non-commissioned officer positions, while the treasury is currently only approving 2,500. “These unprecedented figures underscore the shock experienced by the IDF in the wake of nearly 150 days of conflict, which began with substantial losses on October 7,” the Israeli daily commented, referring to the Israeli occupation forces.