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The Times of Israel Daily Briefing
Day 460 - IDF needs haredi soldiers, but can it accommodate them?
Jan 8, 2025
Emanuel Fabian, a military reporter for The Times of Israel, shares insights on the IDF's pressing need for ultra-Orthodox enlistment. He discusses the Attorney General's call for haredi recruitment by 2026 and highlights recent statistics of enlistments. The conversation dives into the adaptations made for Haredi soldiers, including kosher accommodations. Furthermore, Fabian touches on escalating tensions in the West Bank following a shooting near Kedumim, alongside ongoing IDF operations and regional military dynamics.
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- The IDF is actively pursuing the recruitment of ultra-Orthodox men to address a critical manpower shortage amidst ongoing military conflict.
- Challenges remain in successfully integrating Haredi soldiers into the IDF, despite the establishment of specialized units like the Hashmonian Brigade.
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Challenges in Military Recruitment
The Israeli Army is facing significant manpower shortages, reporting a deficit of 10,000 to 12,000 troops due to ongoing combat operations. This issue is further compounded by casualties sustained during the conflict, with over 800 soldiers killed and thousands wounded, primarily among combat troops. In response to these challenges, the army has initiated efforts to recruit ultra-Orthodox men for military service but acknowledges that this alone won't meet their full manpower needs. The army aims to increase both the duration of mandatory service and the overall number of recruits to alleviate the reliance on reservists, highlighting the urgency to bolster troop levels.
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