Israel mobilizes 100,000 reservists amid escalating tensions with Iran

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the mobilization of 100,000 reservists amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, adding to the 50,000 reservists already on duty.

The IDF said ground troops have been reinforced along Israel’s borders with Syria, Lebanon, the Gaza Strip, and the West Bank. The Home Front Command alone has mobilized 20,000 reservists, primarily to support search and rescue operations, The Times of Israel reports.

In addition, the Israeli Air Force, Navy, and Intelligence Directorate have received reinforcements. The IDF confirmed that it “will prepare and provide the reserve servicemembers with all the logistical means necessary to operate under the best conditions.”