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IDF Chief Warns of Operational Collapse Without Longer Conscription
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First reported by Mako · Jun 17, 2026
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IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir told the cabinet the army could “collapse in on itself” without extending mandatory service to 36 months. The military says it is short about 12,000 soldiers, including 7,500 fighters, and fears political delays could derail the legislation.
- 01Zamir warned the cabinet that the army faces severe readiness damage without a longer draft.
- 02The IDF says it is short about 12,000 soldiers, including 7,500 combat troops.
- 03Compulsory service is set to drop back to 30 months in January 2027.
- 04Military officials say the next two weeks are the last chance to pass the law.
- 05The bill passed its first reading in July 2024 and is now in committee.
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