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Singaporean's Possible IDF Service Sparks Legal Controversy

2/19/2026

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Al Jazeera reports a Singaporean may have served in the Israeli Defence Force.
The report cites data from the Israeli NGO Hatzlacha showing over 50,000 IDF soldiers hold dual citizenships.
Under Singapore law, citizens cannot serve in foreign armed forces without authorization.
Former Singaporean Member of Parliament Amrin Amin called for clarification.
The Ministry of Home Affairs said there is no substantiated information on any Singaporean serving in the IDF.

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Al Jazeera reports a Singaporean may have served in the Israeli Defence Force.
The report cites data from the Israeli NGO Hatzlacha showing over 50,000 IDF soldiers hold dual citizenships.
Under Singapore law, citizens cannot serve in foreign armed forces without authorization.
Former Singaporean Member of Parliament Amrin Amin called for clarification.
The Ministry of Home Affairs said there is no substantiated information on any Singaporean serving in the IDF.