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IDF Deputy Chief Warns of Severe Budget Shortfall Threatening Military Readiness

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First reported by Ynet · Jun 28, 2026

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The IDF Deputy Chief of Staff has revealed a 40 billion shekel budget shortfall causing cuts in training and procurement, threatening Israel's military readiness amid ongoing multi-front security challenges. Despite government discussions, the crisis remains unresolved, with the military warning of direct harm to national security.

01IDF faces a 40 billion shekel budget gap after Operation Guardian of the Walls.
02Deputy Chief warns current cuts harm the army's operational readiness.
03Drastic budget measures include freezing recruitment and delaying infrastructure investments.
04Defense budget was exhausted by early May, halting key projects and production.
05Finance Ministry urges cutting active reservists; IDF insists current force size is essential.
06Prime Minister Netanyahu has been briefed but no resolution has been reached.

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