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Who is required to serve in the Israeli military?
National military service is mandatory for all Israeli citizens over the age of 18, although Arab (but not Druze) citizens are exempted if they so please, and other exceptions may be made on religious, physical or psychological grounds (see Profile 21).
What is the IDF in Israel?
Israel Defense Forces (IDF), armed forces of Israel, comprising the Israeli army, navy, and air force. The IDF was established on May 31, 1948, just two weeks after Israel’s declaration of independence.
Are there any female soldiers in the Israel Defense Forces?
Women in the Israel Defense Forces. The 2000 Equality amendment to the Military Service law states that “The right of women to serve in any role in the IDF is equal to the right of men.”. As of now, 88\% to 92\% of all roles in the IDF are open to female candidates, while women can be found in 69\% of all positions.
Should women be allowed to serve in the IDF?
In 2000, the Equality amendment to the Defense Service Law stated that the right of women to serve in any role in the IDF is equal to the right of men. Soon after, women were allowed to serve in nearly all combat positions. Women recruited for combat units must serve for 30 months instead of the normal mandatory period for women of 21 months.
What is the history of female combat soldiers in the IDF?
The history of female combat soldiers in the IDF can be dividend into three distinct eras: 1948: Women on full combat status during the War of Independence. 1948-Late 1990’s: No women allowed in combat roles. Late 1990’s-Present: Majority of combat positions – including pilots and special forces – open to women.
How long do women have to serve in the Israeli army?
Clause 16A of the military service law requires that female combat soldiers serve 2 years and 4 months of mandatory service, and continue in reserves service up to age 38. Each year, 1,500 female combat soldiers are drafted into the IDF. Women currently make up 3\% of the IDF’s combat soldiers.