The Israeli military is grappling with a serious manpower crisis as hundreds of officers and career soldiers have applied for early retirement, according to Israeli media reports. The wave of resignations comes amid ongoing military operations in Gaza, political unrest, and growing reluctance among citizens to join mandatory service. Around 600 officers, many in key positions, have sought early retirement, leaving the army struggling to fill critical roles since the Gaza conflict escalated in October 2023. Approximately 85 percent of those retiring hold ranks of lieutenant colonel or below, weakening the mid-level command structure. Senior personnel officer Bar Kalifa noted that the Supreme Court’s decision to cancel additional pension benefits for officers has further worsened morale and intensified the crisis. Observers warn that the shortage could undermine the army’s operational capacity during a prolonged conflict.
ইসরাইলি সেনাবাহিনীতে গুরুতর জনবল সংকট দেখা দিয়েছে। জ্যেষ্ঠ কর্মকর্তারারসহ শত শত সেনা সদস্য আগাম অবসরের আবেদন করায় এ সংকট দেখা দিয়েছে বলে জানিয়েছে ইসরাইলি গণমাধ্যম। খবরে বলা হয়, নতুন এই পদত্যাগের ঢেউ এমন এক সময়ে দেখা দিচ্ছে যখন বাধ্যতামূলক সেনা ড্রাফ
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