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Israeli Chief Warns of Troop Shortages as Hamas Rebuilds, U.S. Boosts Military Aid Amid 18-Month Gaza Conflict

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Updated Apr 15, 2025, 01:36 AM

Israeli Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir has warned the government of a significant shortage of combat soldiers, which could hinder the army's ability to achieve its political objectives in Gaza. This warning comes amid ongoing conflict with Hamas, now in its 18th month, where military strategies alone are insufficient without a complementary diplomatic approach. Zamir has communicated to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his cabinet that the current reservist participation rates in combat units are between 60% and 70%. He emphasized that a full reoccupation of Gaza could take months, if not years, and would require reactivating tens of thousands of reservists. The army faces challenges due to the exemption of ultra-Orthodox Jews from military service and the reluctance of regular troops after 18 months of war. The Israeli military is also preparing for potential conflicts on other fronts, including Iran and Lebanon, while addressing concerns about equipment availability and the readiness of tanks and armored vehicles. Amid these challenges, Hamas continues to rebuild, maintaining approximately 20,000 fighters, including senior commanders, and has been smuggling military equipment using drones. In addition to the military situation, the Shin Bet and the Justice Ministry's Police Investigation Department have begun investigating a new security incident that occurred during the war, with details under a gag order. This investigation adds another layer of complexity to Israel's security landscape. Furthermore, Israel is set to receive over 3,000 U.S.-made munitions for its Air Force, aimed at boosting readiness for an expanded invasion in Gaza. An additional 10,000 munitions, previously frozen by the Biden administration and unfrozen by the Trump administration, are also part of an $8 billion weapon purchase from the United States. The U.S. has also approved the sale of Ethan Powerpack engines to Israel for $180 million, reflecting ongoing military support.

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Zionist media: Huge shipment of ammunition is on the way 🔹 The Yediyut Aharonot newspaper reported Monday evening that the government's military will soon receive a shipment of 3,000 types of air force ammunition from the United States. https://t.co/zsR8B3P7T3

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Israeli military prepares for change of strategy by keeping troops on the ground https://t.co/ow70DD5sWk

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❗️ NEW IDF CHIEF: GIVE UP GAZA 'FANTASIES' Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said that the Israeli army, with its manpower shortage, cannot carry out all the political ambitions set by the government, especially as the diplomatic track stagnates, Ynet reports, citing defense officials. https://t.co/3lZ2rkuNN7