Israeli cabinet to review Hamas response; Army seeks extension of military service

Published February 7th, 2024 - 05:01 GMT
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (C) chairs a Cabinet meeting at the Kirya, which houses the Israeli Ministry of Defence, in Tel Aviv on December 31, 2023.
Highlights
Israeli Army Radio reveals that the Israeli army is advocating for a new law to extend mandatory military service to three years and raise the reserve age to 45.

ALBAWABA- Israeli Channel 12 reports that Tel Aviv will delay its response to Hamas' recent actions until after the security and political cabinet meeting scheduled for Thursday evening.

The meeting will focus on discussing Hamas' response to the proposed exchange and truce deal. 

Additionally, Israeli Army Radio reveals that the Israeli army is advocating for a new law to extend mandatory military service to three years and raise the reserve age to 45, signaling potential changes in Israel's military policy.  

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