Israeli media report army shortages and failed Apache helicopter purchase amid budget pressure
Israeli media have reported that the army is facing severe shortages of equipment and troops, with one newspaper saying soldiers' leave may be suspended. The reports also say a planned purchase of 12 Apache attack helicopters from Boeing did not go ahead because of a shortfall in the procurement budget. The claims have drawn attention because they point to pressure on military readiness during an extended period of war.According to the reports, the army does not have enough tanks and armoured personnel carriers, and hundreds of vehicles have been damaged after three years of war. One report said the military... [Continue Reading]
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