🇮🇱Israeli Army Faces Rising Resignations Amid Ongoing Conflict
According to Israel Today, around 500 Israeli military officers have resigned this year, defying expectations that such moves would be delayed until after the war. This surge in resignations raises concerns within the IOF, as the army now faces a significant manpower shortage amidst growing demands for new missions.
🇮🇱Israeli Army Faces Rising Resignations Amid Ongoing Conflict
According to Israel Today, around 500 Israeli military officers have resigned this year, defying expectations that such moves would be delayed until after the war. This surge in resignations raises concerns within the IOF, as the army now faces a significant manpower shortage amidst growing demands for new missions.
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