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IDF Personnel Chief Warns of Worsening Manpower Crisis
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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · 2 days ago
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What happened
IDF Personnel Directorate chief Maj. Gen. Dado Bar Kalifa warned of a severe manpower shortage and possible worsening conditions. He said the army is too small for the threats it faces, in a June 24, 2026 N12 interview with Moshe Nosbaum.
- 01Bar Kalifa warned of a shortage of thousands of combat soldiers.
- 02He said the IDF may become even weaker if the problem grows.
- 03He highlighted the strain caused by very high reserve-duty levels.
- 04He voiced concern about shortening military service.
- 05The interview included an unusual WhatsApp exchange and a push-up video.
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