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IDF Reports Drop in Soldier Deaths, Boosts Mental Health Support

12/30/2025

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The Israel Defense Forces reported 151 soldier deaths in 2025, down from 363 in 2024.
Of those 151, 21 were suspected suicides, the same as 2024.
The IDF will expand mental health support by deploying 1,000 specialists to combat units.
A policy will recognize suicides within two years of service as “died after service,” enabling benefits.
The move followed scrutiny after reservist Roi Wasserstein's suicide, underscoring Gaza's impact on personnel.

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The Israel Defense Forces reported 151 soldier deaths in 2025, down from 363 in 2024.
Of those 151, 21 were suspected suicides, the same as 2024.
The IDF will expand mental health support by deploying 1,000 specialists to combat units.
A policy will recognize suicides within two years of service as “died after service,” enabling benefits.
The move followed scrutiny after reservist Roi Wasserstein's suicide, underscoring Gaza's impact on personnel.