Small numbers, large threats: Is IDF big enough to wage war on multiple fronts?
Analysis: Outgoing deputy chief of staff warns that prioritizing technology over manpower will make it harder for military in future multifaceted campaigns, as seen during May war when army simultaneously faced rocket salvos at its civilian population, Hamas in Gaza, riots by Israeli Arabs
Yossi Yehoshua |
Published: 07.13.21, 03:15
The IDF s outgoing deputy chief of staff, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, this week issued a warning that should keep every Israeli up at night.
Speaking at the handover ceremony for his replacement on Monday, Zamir raised the issue of the IDF’s relatively small number of soldiers and reservists compared to the threats facing Israel.
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