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IDF Opens Combat Roles to Thousands Previously Deemed Medically Unfit
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By חדשות כיפה
First reported by Kan News · 1 hour ago
What happened
The IDF has created a new medical profile, "Profile 70," enabling individuals previously classified as medically unfit for combat (Profile 64) to now be considered for combat and operational roles, including in artillery and air defense.
- 01IDF introduces new medical profile 'Profile 70' for recruits.
- 02Previously unfit soldiers can now apply for combat roles.
- 03This opens positions in artillery and air defense.
- 04Thousands of potential recruits are now eligible.
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