Israeli Army Claims to Expand Regular Forces to Enhance Overall Combat Readiness
On the 11th local time, the establishment ceremony of the 38th Division of the Israel Defense Forces was held at an IDF base. IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi stated at the ceremony that the multi-theater conflicts over the past two years have shown that mobile combat divisions penetrating enemy territory are "irreplaceable" in modern warfare.
Halevi noted that the reconstruction of the 38th Division is not only an organizational adjustment but also part of the IDF's deep reforms following the events of October 7, 2023. He stated that the newly established 38th Division will simultaneously undertake training and combat missions, becoming an important component of the IDF's ground forces system.
Halevi also indicated that the IDF is expanding the size of its standing forces to alleviate pressure on reserve forces and enhance overall readiness levels. (CCTV reporter Zhao Bing)
On October 11, the Israel Defense Forces established the 38th Division at a military base. The Chief of Staff emphasized the division's importance in modern warfare and announced the expansion of standing forces to alleviate pressure on reserves. This restructuring is part of significant reforms initiated after the October 7 events.
- The 38th Division of the Israel Defense Forces was established on October 11.
- The Chief of Staff stated that the division will play a crucial role in modern warfare.
- The IDF is expanding its standing forces to reduce pressure on reserve units.
- This restructuring is part of a broader reform following the events of October 7, 2023.