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IDF officer outlines steps to extend service and recruit more Haredim
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 6 hours ago
What happened
Brig. Gen. Shay Tayeb said the IDF needs to extend compulsory service back to 36 months because of a severe manpower shortage. He also said the army has made unprecedented efforts over the past three years to integrate Haredi soldiers, while expanding religiously compatible service frameworks.
- 01Tayeb said Israel needs to restore 36-month compulsory service.
- 02He warned manpower shortages will worsen without longer service.
- 03The draft bill includes financial compensation for delayed discharge.
- 04He said the IDF made unprecedented efforts to integrate Haredim.
- 05The push comes amid Haredi protests over arrests and draft measures.
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