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Jewish News 24 · Aug 5, 2026

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Defense Minister Israel Katz has instructed the IDF to halt a planned reduction in active-duty reservists serving on civil defense squads in Gaza border communities. The military had planned to scale back reserve service, citing sufficient forces in the area and the continued arming of local security teams. Katz said no further reductions will be made until further notice, emphasizing the need to preserve residents' sense of security.

Defense Minister Israel Katz has instructed the IDF to halt a planned reduction in active-duty reservists serving on civil defense squads in Gaza border communities. The military had planned to scale back reserve service, citing sufficient forces in the area and the continued arming of local security teams. Katz said no further reductions will be made until further notice, emphasizing the need to preserve residents' sense of security.

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