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- The Israel Defense Forces lowered the minimum combat-role profile score to 70 up from 64.
- A 70 profile now allows service in artillery and air defense and certain air force roles.
- Soldiers with a 70 profile remain barred from infantry brigades such as Golani and Givati.
- The IDF reports a shortage of about 7,000 combat fighters and 10,000-12,000 total soldiers since Oct. 7 2023.
