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Israeli Military Faces Ammunition Shortage
The article discusses the severe crisis facing the Israeli military after more than three years of continuous war. It reveals a financial gap estimated at around 40 billion shekels that threatens its ability to sustain military operations and to procure essential ammunition and military systems. Reports indicate that the funding shortage has led to stockpiles being depleted and postponed readiness restoration programs, with military leaders warning of the risk of production lines in Israeli defense industries coming to a halt. The article highlights that the crisis is deepening due to a dispute with the Ministry of Finance over how to cover the expenses, amid fears that continued neglect of the gap could jeopardize the army's future preparedness—especially with Israel approaching its fourth year of war—and amid a request for an additional approximately 40 billion shekels. Addressing this would require legislative changes and the suspension of some long-term programs. The consequences directly impact the military's ability to execute its current plans, amid increasing operational demands and regional challenges, with warnings that the repercussions extend beyond the financial crisis to a decline in military readiness in the face of threats from Iran, Hezbollah, and Hamas.
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