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Israeli Knesset Committee Approves Extending Mandatory Military Service to 32 Months

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First reported by Walla · Jul 13, 2026

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The Israeli Knesset committee approved extending mandatory military service to 32 months, delaying a planned reduction to 30 months by five years due to IDF manpower shortages. The IDF had requested 36 months, warning of operational risks if service is shortened. Financial compensation will be provided for the extra service months.

01Knesset committee approved extending mandatory military service to 32 months, delaying reduction to 30 months until 2029.
02IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned 32 months is still insufficient; 36 months requested due to manpower shortages.
03IDF officials warned shortening service risks unit collapse and reduced operational readiness.
04The extension delays the 30-month service plan originally set for July 2024 by five years.
05Soldiers serving extra months will receive financial compensation, higher closer to discharge.
06Government Secretary Yossi Fox urged separating immediate IDF needs from broader public debates on conscription.

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