The post describes the IDF scaling a new force-structure/personnel framework: expanding the Hasmonean Brigade and replicating the “Jonathan” Battalion to increase ultra-Orthodox enlistment into combat and combat-support roles while accommodating religious lifestyle requirements. This is a doctrinal/organizational adaptation aimed at increasing manpower and sustaining multi-front operations by broadening the pool of deployable units.
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doctrineside: israelfirst seen 2024-01-01
IDF expands Hasmonean Brigade model for ultra-Orthodox combat integration
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- TG: IDF Official · https://t.me/idfofficial/18995IDF: Chief of the General Staff at the northern border in a meeting with commanders from the Hasmonean Brigade: “One of the lessons we learn