The IDF has begun formulating a 'Foundations Document' to redefine military values and orders, following the identification of a dramatic decline in discipline among combat troops after nearly three years of war, according to Nitzan Shapira (N12). The Chief of Staff also recently emphasized that politics will not be allowed into the IDF, months before the elections.
The IDF is taking internal steps to address what it describes as a dramatic decline in discipline among combat troops on the ground, as well as ethical issues surfacing after nearly three years of continuous warfare. According to a first publication by N12 military correspondent Nitzan Shapira, the military has begun drafting a 'Foundations Document' (מסמך יסודות) designed to redefine and sharpen the core values and standing orders across the force.
The move reflects a recognition within the military that the prolonged conflict has taken a toll on unit cohesion and adherence to commands. The initiative comes as the IDF continues to operate across multiple theaters, including Gaza, southern Lebanon, and Judea and Samaria.
In a related statement, the IDF Chief of Staff recently stressed that he will not allow political considerations to influence the military, just months before the country heads to national elections. The statement underscores the military's determination to maintain its professional chain of command during a politically charged period.
The document is still being formulated, and its full contents have not yet been disclosed. The development adds to a series of internal measures the IDF has been weighing in response to the strain of extended operations, as The Zioneer has previously reported on personnel and operational challenges.
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