Link: Israel sees spike in PTSD and suicide among troops as fighting persists

Israel is facing a severe mental health crisis among its troops, marked by a sharp rise in PTSD and suicides, following prolonged conflict in Gaza and Lebanon.

The crisis emerged after intense warfare, including the extensive two-year operation in Gaza initiated by a Hamas attack on October 7, 2023.

Recent reports from the Defense Ministry reveal the depth of the issue, further exacerbated by unceasing hostilities in these regions.

Additional tensions with Iran complicate the psychological impact on soldiers, already burdened by the ongoing military engagements.

Throughout this period, the military has seen one of the largest mobilizations in Israel's history, deploying hundreds of thousands of soldiers and reservists.

This scale of deployment, coupled with brutal cross-border conflicts, notably with Hezbollah, has significantly strained the troops' mental health. #

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